This course covers use of reference books, interpretation and validation of the prescription, law and ethics, the Drug Tariff, compliance and concordance and dispensing errors.

What qualification is delivered?

Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (NVQ) (QCF).

How is the course delivered?

All Buttercups courses are delivered by distance learning. This course benefits from a dedicated website where candidates with internet access can download the course support materials, along with additional support material.
 

How will this course benefit my practice?

This course develops confidence in the dispensary and provides in-depth knowledge and assessment of competence in meeting individuals’ needs, teamwork, health and safety, preparation and issuing of prescribed medicines and the ordering, receipt and storage of pharmaceutical stock.
 

How much does it cost?

Paper based: £790.00 (Ex VAT) - PSUK Price £711.00 (ex VAT)
Online course: £715.00 (Ex VAT) - PSUK Price £643.50 (Ex VAT).
 

Funding

Buttercups has limited apprenticeship funding for the Level 2 course reducing the fee to £150 + VAT for candidates aged 19 or over.

Candidates must meet the Skills Funding Agency eligibility criteria.  Candidates must have either been a resident in the United Kingdom and islands for three years prior to enrolment, or have been a national of a European Union member state for three years.

Candidates cannot be in full time education, and must be aged 16 years or older.

Unfortunately, anybody who has obtained a higher education qualification at Level 4 or above, including a first degree by a recognised university or institution, is ineligibile for Apprenticeship funding.

Enrolment

To obtain an enrolment pack for this course please visit the Buttercups website at www.buttercups.co.uk.

 Support

Access your course 24 hours a day, get real tutor feedback on your work, easily follow your progress online and concentrate on the skills you want to improve most. Candidates can also talk to dedicated tutors 24/7.