SIR40116 - Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
Subsidised Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary - Expressions of Interest
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for those who are interested in completing the SIR40216- Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy (Dispensary). ISAC NT has supported the upskill of pharmacy assistants by providing some funding to subsidise the cost of the course.
This qualification will benefit experienced pharmacy assistants who are looking to expand their skills in the area of dispensary.
Dispensary assistants work with the pharmacist to provide prescription medicines to pharmacy customers. Under the supervision of the pharmacist, dispensary assistants maintain customer records, select and label medicines and process claims.
To complete the Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy (Dispensary), 14 units - 9 core units and 5 elective units will be undertaken. The core units will provide the participant with the basic pharmacy and dispensing skills required to operate effectively in a community pharmacy. The elective units allow the pharmacy assistant to extend their dispensing skills or broaden their skills in pharmacy.
Requirements
To undertake a SIR40216- Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy (Dispensary) the participant must be employed in a pharmacy, and been in their current position for more than 12 weeks.
The course has entry requirements which include:
- Having access to a computer or device with internet access
- Having access to a computer with pharmacy dispensing software
- A degree of digital literacy where the participants can upload documents, recordings and complete assessments online
- The level of english spoken and written needs to be at a level to communicate with the general community
- Numeracy skills need to be at a level to handle money and calculate medicine doses
Course Information
SIR40216 - CERTIFICATE IV COMMUNITY PHARMACY (DISPENSARY)
COURSE FORMAT: This training is conducted online.
COST: There is a required co-contribution payment for each participant of $495.20 paid by the employer or individual. Total course cost is $3020, the remainder of which will be covered by ISAC NT.
DURATION: Course duration is up to 18 months.
Please note: Students will need access to PBS claims financial documentation to prepare claims and reconcile PBS claims payments.
Please click the button below to register the interest of any Pharmacy Assistants.
EOIs close on 22 September 2023
Register Interest
Please note that submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) does not guarantee a place. The allocation of training contracts will be based on availability and distributed equally among interested pharmacies.
SIR40116 - Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
Who should do this course?
- Experienced Pharmacy Assistants who are looking to expand their skills to become a senior Pharmacy Assistant or front of shop manager
Students can learn:
This qualifications provides you with the next step in your career in community pharmacy. The Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy can further build your knowledge of key health conditions and product knowledge or develop new skills in dispensary or supervision. Tailored streams available include:
- Management: Maintaining employee relations, manage pharmacy premises, equipment and merchandise, build customer relationships and loyalty, implement continuous improvement, plus more.
- Health: Recognise healthy body systems, wound care, continence management, vitamins, minerals and supplements, plus more.
- Or tailor the Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy by choosing units to help you build your future in community pharmacy, your way. Units can include: Dispensary, pregnancy and maternal health, diet, nutrition and weight management, sleep apnoea, plus many more.
Course information:
The Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy consists of 3 core units and 11 electives. This course can be tailored to suit your learning requirements and career goals. Your Guild Trainer will work with you to develop a training plan to meet your needs and the needs of your pharmacy. Most Pharmacy Assistants complete the course in around 12 months.
As the Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy is a flexible course with rolling enrolments, you can start as soon as you are ready.
To undertake a Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy, you are required to:
- Have achieved the Certificate III in Community Pharmacy, or
- Have relevant industry employment experience as a community pharmacy assistant in a job role that has involved the application of skills and knowledge described in core units of competency from SIR30116 - Certificate III in Community Pharmacy, and
- Have a statement of attainment in the unit SIRCIND002 - Support the supply of Pharmacy Medicine and Pharmacy Only Medicines.
To discuss entry requirements please contact a Guild Training Specialist.
This qualification is available to Pharmacy Assistants currently working in a community pharmacy.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning is available for all qualifications. The RPL process acknowledges the skills and competencies gained from work experience, prior training and life experiences. Through RPL, competencies may be granted for specific units within community pharmacy qualifications, meaning some Pharmacy Assistants can finish their course earlier than expected.
How much will this qualification cost?
There are a number of options available when enrolling into SIR40116 - Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy training including government funding under the Northern Territory User Choice Funding Agreement.
User Choice funding
User Choice funding is available for SIR40116 - Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy for new employees (three months full time, twelve months part time) to undertake this qualification under a traineeship. Eligibility criteria applies for User Choice funding. Fee contributions are generally required. Contact us for further information regarding costs and eligibility.
Fee For Service
Students also have the option of paying for the full cost of the training for $2,500 for member pharmacy and $3,500 for non-member pharmacy.
Where a student is paying for the course fees, Guild Training will not collect more than $1500 in pre-paid fees.
Payment plans available for all tuition fees.
How to enrol:
Complete an expression of interest and one of our friendly training specialists will contact you to discuss your training options.
Contact the Northern Territory Branch on 89 8944 6900 or submit an enquiry to find out more!
Page last updated on: 14 September 2023