Pharmacist Independent Prescribing - Practice Certificate at Aston University, Birmingham - UCAS

Aston University, Birmingham

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Aston University

Pharmacist Independent Prescribing - Practice Certificate (Taught)

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Course summary

The Pharmacist Independent Prescribing Practice Certificate is a 45 credit level 7 General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accredited qualification delivered by Aston University, Birmingham. Taught predominantly online, this programme will enable you to evaluate and challenge prescribing practice with reference to evidence based practice, equality and diversity and clinical governance.

Assessment method

Methods of assessment include: OSCE plus; Clinical Case Presentation: 3, 000 word case study and online presentation; A reflective portfolio of learning; DPP sign off: achievement of GPhC learning outcomes; Formative assessment includes peer and tutor assessment of clinical skills, written clinical management plan and in-practice case-based assessment with DPP. Ongoing and feedforward appraisal.


Entry requirements

We welcome applications from candidates interested in our course who have the skills and capability to excel. All candidates are considered on an individual basis based on their qualifications and experience. All applicants must have: Employment: Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI) employed in a patient-facing role, and be of good standing with your regulatory body. Have written approval from your employer/line manager and Non-Medical Prescribing lead (if applicable) supporting your study. Experience: At least two years appropriate patient-orientated experience practising in a hospital, community or primary care setting following your pre-registration year. Identify an area of clinical practice in which to develop your prescribing skills. Have up-to-date clinical, pharmacological and pharmaceutical knowledge relevant to your intended area of prescribing practice. Demonstrate that you reflect on your own performance and take responsibility for your own CPD.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Pharmacist Independent Prescribing - Practice Certificate at Aston University, Birmingham - UCAS