Level 2  Pharmacy Services Assistant (Apprenticeship)

The Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship is a one-year program for students who want to work in pharmacies. It's offered by Belfast Metropolitan College and helps students develop skills in dispensing medication, managing pharmacy services, and providing customer care. This program is ideal for students who want to learn by doing, as it combines classroom learning with on-the-job training.

The curriculum includes subjects like pharmacy law, pharmacology, and patient consultation. Students also develop skills in stock management, point of sale systems, and health and safety procedures. The program includes hands-on components like work placements in pharmacies, where students can practice their skills under the supervision of experienced pharmacists.

Graduates of this program can work as pharmacy assistants, dispensing assistants, or healthcare assistants. They can also find jobs in hospitals, clinics, or community pharmacies, working with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to provide patient care. Other potential job titles include medical receptionist, pharmacy technician, or healthcare administrator.