Wed 06 Apr 2022
SHPA Webinar | Future-Proofing Technician Qualifications
In 2017 Skills IQ began the process of updating the Certificate III & Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support qualifications for pharmacy technicians and assistants. A ‘Case for Change’ was submitted in 2018 with the detailed work necessary to update both qualifications beginning in 2019. This process culminated in October 2021 when the Australian Industry Skills Committee (AISC) formally endorsed the proposed qualification changes.
This presentation will provide an overview of this five-year project offering a direct comparison between the current and new qualifications, the reasons for the changes and how these changes aim to future-proof the qualifications, with respect to the continued expansion and development of technician and assistant roles across Australia.
| Members | Non-members | |
| Registration price | FREE | $50 incl GST |
Presenters:
- Mark Clifford, SHPA Leadership Committee – Technician & Assistants Specialty Practice | Senior Pharmacy Technician – Sterile Production Services, Westmead Hospital, NSW
Accreditation:
This activity has been accredited for 1 hour of Group-1 CPD (or 1 CPD credit), suitable for inclusion in an individual pharmacist’s CPD plan. The accreditation number is S2022/16.
Competency Standards:
- Standard 4.6.2 Establish role clarity and performance standards
National Competency Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia, 2016
All registration rates include GST
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