Course summary
The course is for all advanced practitioner AHPs (Physiotherapists, Podiatrists and Therapeutic Radiographers) who have a minimum of three years’ experience in their area of intended prescribing and who are registered with the HCPC. The Independent prescribing programme provides opportunities to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills in prescribing practice through independent reasoned thought, systematic enquiry, reflection and evaluation.
Modules
Module: AHP independent prescribing.
Assessment method
As per HCPC educational standards you are required to undertake practice learning related to your prescribing practice totalling 90 hours in addition to the taught component of the programme.
Entry requirements
You will need a degree within a relevant area and have at least three years experience in practice, with at least one year’s full-time relevant experience immediately prior to your application in the area of your intended prescribing practice. You also need a medical Doctor who is willing to support and assess you in supervised practice. Current Disclosure and Barring Service clearance by your employer is also necessary.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Fees for Postgraduate Study 2025/26
https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/how-much-are-my-fees
Provider information
University of Hertfordshire
College Lane
Hatfield
AL10 9AB