Quick Facts
Course Overview
The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy equips learners with essential skills to excel as pharmacy assistants, focusing on customer service and knowledge of pharmacy products and health care services. Students learn to work with some independence under a pharmacist’s supervision, assisting in a limited range of dispensary activities.
This course emphasises compliance with legal and health guidelines, preparing participants to support team members and manage scheduled medicines responsibly. Although no specific licensing is required upon completion, the qualification ensures adherence to the highest standards of pharmacy practice.
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Course Description
Course Delivery
Our Certificate III in Community Pharmacy is offered in two formats: classroom-based learning at select locations and workplace-based training for those enrolled in a traineeship program. This course is delivered through Gateway Training Academy, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 32305).
Student Resources Provided
Depending on your chosen method of course delivery, the following resources may be provided:
– Comprehensive workbooks for course material.
– Access to computers and relevant software during classroom sessions.
– A personalised student training plan.
– Guidance from dedicated and qualified trainers
– Specialised assessment tools for effective learning.
Note: The availability of certain resources is contingent upon whether you are enrolled in classroom-based learning or workplace-based training.
Entry Requirements
This course has no specific academic prerequisites. Students are required to provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI) – assistance available – along with photo identification, and meet the necessary language, literacy, and numeracy standards.
Certification Upon Completion
Successful completion of this qualification results in:
– A Nationally Recognised Certificate & Transcript, or
– A Statement of Attainment for competency in at least one unit.
Course Structure
This program requires you to complete 19 units of competencies: 11 core units and 8 elective units.
Core Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Name |
SIRCCCS002 | Provide and promote services to pharmacy customers |
SIRCDIS001 | Assist customers with prescriptions |
SIRCIND001 | Work effectively in a community pharmacy |
SIRCIND002 | Support the supply of Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines |
SIRCINF001 | Use pharmacy practices for infection control |
SIRCPPA005 | Assist customers with cough and cold relief products |
SIRCPPA006 | Assist customers with skin and anti-fungal products |
SIRCPPA008 | Assist customers with products for gastrointestinal conditions |
SIRCPPA009 | Assist customers with allergy relief products |
SIRCPPA010 | Assist customers with analgesic and antiinflammatory products |
HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
Elective Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Name |
SIRCPPA003 | Assist customers with first aid products |
SIRRMER001 | Produce visual merchandise displays |
SIRCPPA002 | Assist customers with eye and ear care products |
SIRCPPA004 | Assist customers with oral care products |
SIRCPPA001 | Assist customers with vitamins, minerals and supplements |
SIRCPPA011 | Assist customers with baby and infant care products |
SIRCPPA007 | Assist customers with pregnancy and maternal health products and services |
SIRCPPA013 | Assist customers with smoking cessation products |
Government Subsidies
The Jobs & Skills WA program offers government financial assistance to eligible students, aimed at supporting the development of a skilled workforce in Western Australia. Gateway Training Academy (RTO Code: 32305) is proud to be contracted by the State Government to deliver select qualifications through this program.
Smart and Skilled is a New South Wales government initiative that enables eligible students to access affordable, government-subsidised training courses. Gateway Training Academy (RTO Code: 32305) is a Smart and Skilled provider, offering a range of qualifications under this program.
