Pharmacy Services Assistant — Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Apprenticeship outline
The Pharmacy Services Assistant (PSA) works under the supervision of a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, or other accountable healthcare professional.
You will study Pharmacy Services Assistant skills, knowledge and behaviours and the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff.
How to enrol onto this apprenticeship
You can register your interest in an Apprenticeship by emailing your CV to business@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk.
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Vacancy Post:2 x Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services(Closing date: 03/01/2023) |
Employer/Location:SAFFRON APOTHECARIES (LEICESTER) LIMITEDDE65 6QT |
Salary:£144.30 (Weekly) |
Vacancy Post:Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2(Closing date: 03/01/2023) |
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Vacancy Post:Level 2/Intermediate Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant(Closing date: 03/01/2023) |
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Salary:£7,503.60 (Annually) |
Vacancy Post:Level 2 Pharmacy Services Apprentice(Closing date: 03/01/2023) |
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Salary:£7,503.60 (Annually) |
Vacancy Post:Level 2 Pharmacy Services/Dispensary Apprentice(Closing date: 03/01/2023) |
Employer/Location:The Welby PracticeNG13 0AN |
Salary:£9,379.50 (Annually) |
| Study location | City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB |
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| Attendance | Day Release |
| Start date | You can start this Apprenticeship at any time of the year. |
| Standard | Pharmacy Services Assistant - Level 2 Standard |
| Duration | 15 months plus 3 months for the End Point Assessment |
| Level | Level 2 |
| Entry requirements | You will need 4 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3/A* to D or equivalent including English Language and Maths. Some employers may require additional qualifications depending on the role You will also need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a relevant job but we can assist you in finding a placement. Adults who are aged 19+ with appropriate industry experience but without the necessary qualifications are welcome to apply. All applicants will be required to undertake an assessment in English and maths prior to enrolling. |
| Teaching & assessment | The BTEC Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff is assessed through assignments, observation, question, and answer sessions. The End Point Assessment consists of a knowledge test, simulated observation and question/answer session and professional discussion. |
| Progression | You can progress to achieving the full Apprenticeship certification that confirms competency in the job role of a pharmacy services assistant. With further training and development, you can progress to a more senior or complex job role in pharmacy or the healthcare sector. You may also progress to the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, if you meet the entry requirements. |
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