The course is aimed at you an experienced pharmacist with up to date clinical knowledge and a defined area of practice in which you wish to prescribe. The course is suitable for pharmacists working in primary (community and PCN), intermediate and secondary care within the UK. The course is delivered as a blended learning programme to deliver a syllabus that aligns with learning outcomes as defined by the GPhC and underpin the principle areas of knowledge, understanding and abilities required for the practice of prescribing: * The roles and responsibilities of the independent prescribing pharmacist, understanding and acting within your scope of practice and competence, understanding and actioning appropriate signposting and referral, supporting the patient to self-manage their heath where appropriate. * Understanding the legal and ethical frameworks that encompass the role of the prescriber. * Clinical skills to support prescribing practice and the development of a treatment plan, including history taking, undertaking an effective consultation and an introduction to completing an appropriate physical assessment using diagnostic aids. * Developing effective communication strategies to support patient centred care. * Develop reflective practice