S2/S3 Training – for Student Visa Holders
Whether you’re starting a career in pharmacy or looking to meet workplace compliance requirements, this course provides the essential knowledge needed to support the safe and effective supply of Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines in a community pharmacy setting.
The Quality Safety Pharmacy Program (QSPP), formerly QCPP requires all staff involved in supplying Pharmacy Medicines and assisting with the supply of Pharmacist Only Medicines to complete a recognised and accredited course. The training meets this requirement.
Key Information:
Meets QCPP & QSPP training requirements
Course Timeframe: Maximum 3 months
Delivery: Flexible online learning, supported by a PSA trainer/assessor.
Fees:
Professional Plus members: $199
All other PSA members: $199
Non-members: $199
Why pharmacy owners choose this training
Support your international student pharmacy assistants to develop the knowledge and skills required to contribute to the safe supply of Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines.
- supports QCPP requirements for eligible International Student Visa holders
- quick and easy enrolment process
- build staff confidence when supplying S2/S3 medicines
- flexible online delivery that fits around rostered shifts
- bulk enrolment options available for pharmacy teams
- trainer support throughout the program
Need to train multiple staff members?
Contact our team to discuss bulk enrolments and pharmacy-wide training solutions.
Why study with PSA
When you study with PSA, you’ll benefit from:
- training designed specifically for community pharmacy practice
- experienced pharmacy trainers and assessors
- flexible online learning that fits around work commitments
- immediate commencement with no semester intakes
- support throughout your learning journey
Learn with confidence
By completing this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to support pharmacists, assist customers appropriately, and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality pharmacy services in a community pharmacy environment.
Entry requirements
Learners must:
- be working in a community pharmacy
- meet the minimum age requirements of your state or territory
- have or obtain a USI and provide it to PSA as part of the enrolment process
- hold a current International Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Note: This course is designed specifically for pharmacy assistants on an International Student Visa who are unable to undertake accredited training due to CRICOS restrictions. Learners who are eligible for accredited training are required to enrol in SIRCIND002 Support the supply of Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines.
How the program works
Assessment is conducted over a period of time and includes a range of assessment methods, tools and evidence collection. The exact mix of assessment methods will vary from unit to unit.
Assessment types include:
- multiple-choice and short-answer questions
- case studies
- projects and reports
- demonstration of practical skills
- third-party (workplace supervisor) reports
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