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Course Code:
DT425
Title:
Pharmacy Technician Studies
College:
DIT
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
2 Years

 

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Chemical, Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Sales, Retail & Purchasing
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The role of the Pharmacy technician is to assist in the various activities of the pharmacy, not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Functions include basic medicine preparation, interpretation and preparation of prescriptions, and recording patients medical history.

This course prepares the student to fulfil this role.



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A rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician, with many employment opportunities in community and hospital pharmacy awaits graduates of this programme. Other employment opportunities include medical sales for pharmaceutical suppliers. 

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CAO Points 
2012 Points 340
History:


2011 - 330
2010 - 355
2009 - 200
2008 - 210
2007 - 305
2006 - AQA

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FETAC Major Awards Linked to this course:

BBSXX 5M2102 
DCHSX 5M4468
DCHCC 5M2786
DHSXX 5M4339
CASLT 5M3807
DCHSN 5M4349


Module Requirements:

None


Notes
A new scoring system for FETAC awards will apply for entry through the CAO from 2013.
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