Community Pharmacy Career Pathways
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is dedicated to supporting new and emerging pharmacy owners and developing new leaders in community pharmacy.
The Guild aims to equip high school students, pharmacy students, interns and early career pharmacists with the pathways, skills, tools and professional networks needed to become leaders in the primary health care system and future owners of community pharmacies.
Finding information and making informed decisions about a career in community pharmacy doesn’t have to be challenging. Here are a range of resources that can help you learn more about the opportunities available.
Join the Guild
Join the community pharmacy network, discover exciting career pathways and become part of the future of community pharmacy.
Career Paths Report
The Guild’s Career Paths Report is an essential resource for planning out your pharmacy career. It explores career pathways for community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and industrial pharmacy; and includes data from a range of sources including federal and state awards, the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the Australian Pharmacy Council and Jobs and Skills Australia.
APP
APP is the largest pharmacy conference in the southern hemisphere, attracting up to 7,000 delegates to the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for networking, upskilling and professional development each year. Students can attend APP2026 for only $15, giving access to the trade exhibition, Welcome Reception and discounted registration fees. ACP interns attend for free.
Pharmacy Connect
Pharmacy Connect is an annual industry conference in the second half of the year. The Sydney-based conference features a two-and-a-half day education program, trade exhibition, Welcome Reception and Cocktail Party. Students and interns enjoy FREE entry to the conference and a dedicated half-day Student Summit.
Training & Development
ACP's CPD Library assists pharmacists, interns and students meet their professional development and education needs through CPD approved education, the CPD learning plan and online training options.
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Page last updated on: 04 September 2026