PSA’s Intern Training Programs are designed to support you through every stage of your internship, helping you build the knowledge, skills and confidence to successfully transition from study to practice.
PSAs MIMs Intern of the Year winner, Tayler Holdman with MIMs Group CEO, Robert Best.
| PSA Intern Training Program | College Intern Training Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | APC accredited | APC accredited |
| Qualification | Certificate of Completion + 11255NAT Graduate Certificate in Applied Pharmacy Practice | Certificate of Completion |
| Cost | $2295 | $1950 |
| Payment Plan | 6 x $382.50 | 6 x $325 |
| Duration | Up to 24 months | Up to 24 months |
| Workshops | Included | Included |
| Exam Preparation | Included | Included |
| PSA Membership | Included | Included |
| Best For | Interns wanting an additional qualification and pathway to further study | Interns wanting a focused internship pathway |
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Whether you choose the PSA Intern Training Program (ITP) or College Intern Training Program (ITP), you’ll have access to a range of learning opportunities, professional resources and support throughout your internship.
Interns will have access to member benefits up to the time they receive their Certificate of Completion for the Intern Training Program. Following completion of the Intern Training Program, interns will be deemed a non member and will no longer be able to access member benefits. Any unused intern member benefits will be forfeited and cannot be reinstated.
PSA’s Intern Training Programs are structured to support you in meeting Pharmacy Board of Australia registration requirements through:
Both programs support interns in meeting internship training requirements and progressing towards pharmacist registration.
The key difference is that the PSA Intern Training Program includes the 11255NAT Graduate Certificate in Applied Pharmacy Practice in addition to a Certificate of Completion, while the College Intern Training Program provides a focused internship pathway leading to a Certificate of Completion.
The 11255NAT Graduate Certificate in Applied Pharmacy Practice is a nationally recognised qualification completed alongside your internship as part of the PSA Intern Training Program through RTO122206.
While both the PSA ITP and College ITP support interns in meeting internship training requirements, the PSA ITP provides the opportunity to graduate with an additional qualification that formally recognises the learning and professional development completed throughout your internship.
The Graduate Certificate is designed for interns who want to gain more than an internship completion certificate by:
Please note: The PSA ITP includes additional learning and assessment requirements associated with the Graduate Certificate in Applied Pharmacy Practice. Upon successful completion, interns graduate with both a Certificate of Completion and the Graduate Certificate qualification.
Choose the pathway that’s right for you.
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please contact the PSA Learner Support Team at training@psa.org.au.
To commence an Intern Training Program, you must:
No, interns are required to hold provisional registration and have both an approved Preceptor and worksite to enrol in the Intern Training Programs.
Enrolments are accepted throughout the year. Once your enrolment has been processed, the PSA Intern Training Team will provide further information regarding your program commencement and upcoming workshop dates.
Both programs provide up to 24 months to complete all program requirements.
Yes. Both Intern Training Programs include several mandatory workshops that must be attended as part of the program requirements. Workshops are delivered either online or face-to-face throughout the internship year.
Both programs include dedicated support to help interns prepare for the written and oral registration examinations.
Exam preparation may include:
A preceptor is a pharmacist with General Registration who is responsible for the overall supervision and development of the intern. They provide workplace guidance, oversee supervised practice, monitor progress, and assist interns in developing the skills and competencies required for pharmacist registration.
To be approved as a preceptor, a pharmacist must meet the requirements of the Pharmacy Board of Australia, including:
For further information about preceptor eligibility requirements, visit the Pharmacy Board of Australia Internships page.
Supervised practice hours must be recorded using the SPWR60 Supervised Practice Record in accordance with Pharmacy Board of Australia requirements.
Your preceptor is responsible for reviewing and signing your supervised practice records.
Any changes to your approved supervised practice arrangements must be submitted to AHPRA for approval using the AASP-60 Application to Change Approved Supervised Practice Arrangements form. You should ensure the changes are approved before commencing under the new arrangements and notify the PSA Intern Training Team of any changes.
If you completed your pharmacy qualification outside Australia, your registration pathway and internship requirements will depend on your individual circumstances and the requirements set by the Pharmacy Board of Australia and the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC).
Before enrolling, we recommend reviewing the information provided by the Pharmacy Board of Australia regarding overseas-trained pharmacists and internship requirements.
Useful resources:
As the PSA Intern Training Program offers a nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion; it has strict eligibility requirements that may not be met by all visa types.
In general, if you are currently in Australia on a student 500 visa, or any visa with study restrictions, or the length of your visa is less than 12 months the College Intern Training Program (ITP) will be the most suitable option.
If you any questions or concerns, please contact the PSA Learner Support team at training@psa.org.au to confirm your eligibility before applying, so we can guide you to the right pathway.
Yes, it is an AHPRA requirement that all intern pharmacists have Professional Indemnity Insurance.
The good news is, you can access this insurance for FREE through PDL insurance. See their website for more information http://pdl.org.au/membership/#membership-pricing
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