Dispensary Assistant Courses
A Dispensary Assistant prepares and labels medicines, manages stock and records, and supports pharmacists in community or hospital pharmacies.
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SIR30116
Duration
4 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
A Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is for students needing the practical skills to work in a pharmacy as a retail assistant. Students graduate knowing how to assist customers with a range of products: skin and anti-fungal; cough and cold relief; analgesic and anti-inflammatory; gastro-intestinal conditions; allergy relief; as well as support the on-site pharmacist.
The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Re...
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Duration
4 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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Dispensary Assistants prepare and label medicines, manage stock and records, and support pharmacists in retail, hospital or compounding pharmacies.
They ensure safe medication use through attentiveness, organisation and clear communication, liaising with pharmacists, healthcare professionals and customers.
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