This programme is accredited by GPhC to prepare you for assisting in the dispensary and undertaking the final accuracy check. It provides you with the knowledge and skills identified as required for the safe and effective performance of your role.

Standards
The course is equivalent to RQF Level 3 and covers the knowledge and understanding of the following National Occupational Standards (NOS):
PHARM28 Undertake the final accuracy check of dispensed medicines and products

The Programme is set out as follows:

• Accuracy Checking Assistant Sign up
• Accuracy Checking Assistant Role Specific Module and Assessment

Learning outcomes:

• To understand the Accuracy Checker (AC) role
• To develop and practice a safe and accurate checking technique
• To appreciate the gravity of errors
• To follow the correct procedures in a near miss situation

Entry criteria:

• For pharmacy assistants who have completed a dispensary assistant qualification and have been working in the dispensary for a minimum of 6 months.
• Trainees should be working in the dispensary for a minimum of 12 hours per week.

Duration to complete: 3 hours to complete the e-learning plus practice time to log 1000 items accurately, conduct reflective exercises, have monthly discussions with the tutor pharmacist and complete the formal assessment. The recommended  time to complete this programme is 3-12 months.

Activities to be completed: To complete this programme you will need to read the Trainee resources, complete the online Enrolment Form, agree the Learning Contract, and then complete each of the activities in the programme and accompanying assessments. You will have a professional discussion with a Mediapharm mentor at the end before the certificate is released.

Revalidation: This qualification requires recertification every 2 years. It is only valid at the premises where you qualified and if your employer changes you will also need to revalidate.