Pharmacy Technician Studies / Staidéar Theicneora Cógaslainne DT425
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Qualification awarded: Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Studies (Level 6) / Ardteatas i Staidéar Theicneora Cógaslainne (Leibhéal 6)
Duration of programme:
2 years
Type of programme:
Higher Certificate
Number of places:
32 approx.
What is Pharmacy Technician Studies?
This programme prepares students for a profession as a Pharmacy Technician. It develops practical, professional and academic skills required to assist in the various activities of the pharmacy, not requiring the professional judgement of the pharmacist.
These skills include knowledge of prescription and non-prescription medicines, and how they are formulated and used to treat illnesses. Students will develop medical knowledge to recognise common illnesses and communication skills to liaise with pharmacists and counsel patients on healthcare issues, including the various healthcare schemes available in Ireland.
Students will gain experience in dispensing procedures and practices and be able to interpret prescriptions and prepare medicines for dispensing. They will be able to maintain patient records and operate pharmacy computer systems. They will also be able to supply non-prescription medicines in accordance with legislation and guidelines.
What are my career opportunities?
A rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician, with many employment opportunities in community and hospital pharmacy awaits graduates of this programme. Other employment opportunities include medical sales for pharmaceutical suppliers.
What other options do I have after completion?
Progression opportunities for further study also exist, including Pharmacy Degrees and pharmaceutical and scientific qualifications in Ireland and elsewhere.
What will I study on this programme?
Central to the philosophy of this programme is that graduates will have attained a sound base in science. This allows the development of high-quality pharmaceutical skills, both to bring to the pharmacy and to allow progression in education both in Ireland and elsewhere including higher level courses in pharmacy and pharmaceutical technology.
Work Placement: The programme includes a Pharmacy placement, which can be carried out either in a hospital or community pharmacy. This allows the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and skills. This work placement is flexible and time allowances can be accumulated working in a Pharmacy throughout the duration of the programme. In addition, prior experience in a pharmacy can be considered as part of the placement. Please note, while encouraged, payment for this placement is not guaranteed, and is subject to arrangement between the student and the placement pharmacy.
Module listing
Year One
- Pharmacy Practice
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Pharmacology & Toxicology
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Computer Applications
- Occupational Health & Safety Management
Year Two
- Pharmacy Practice
- Pharmacology & Therapeutics
- Pharmaceutical Formulation
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology
- Nutrition & Physiology
- Pharmacy Placement
Entry Requirements
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Subjects |
Honours |
Maths |
English |
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5 |
OD3 |
OD3 |
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Other Requirements At least OD3 in one of: Biology, Chemistry or Physics and Chemistry. |
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Further information
School of Food Science & Environmental Health
T: 01 402 4400
(Dr. Julie Dunne, Programme Chair)
