Introduction to Pharmacy in Australia
Are you an overseas-qualified pharmacist planning to work in Australia? Make your transition smoother with our specialised training course designed for international pharmacists entering the Australian healthcare system.
Who this course is for
- Pharmacists who have passed their KAPS assessment
- Those waiting for provisional registration
- New pharmacy interns in Australia
- Overseas-qualified pharmacists preparing for Australian practice
What you’ll learn
- Australian healthcare system essentials
- Local pharmacy laws and regulations
- Prescription requirements and Medicare
- Government medicine funding systems
- Common Australian medication brands
- Patient healthcare card systems
- Workplace health and safety requirements
Why choose this course
Our program is exclusively tailored for international pharmacists, helping you bridge the gap between your current expertise and Australian pharmacy practice.
Developed by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) – the only government-recognised national peak body for pharmacists – this course provides authoritative guidance on Australian pharmacy practice.
While your clinical knowledge is strong, Australian pharmacy has its own distinct systems and requirements. We’ll help you master these differences with confidence.
Feel confident from day one
Starting your pharmacy career in a new country can be challenging. Let us help you:
- Navigate complex healthcare regulations
- Understand local medication funding systems
- Build confidence in your new work environment
- Learn Australian-specific pharmacy practices
- Master local prescription requirements.
Course access
Course price: $399 ($199 for Essential members).
Join today as an Essential member and get access to the course and other member benefits including:
- Receive 10 printed editions each year of our award-winning Australian Pharmacist journal and online access to the full library.
- Explore a comprehensive catalogue of 350+ resources and accredited CPD courses, including our CPD planning and reporting tool.
- Access discounts on essential clinical resources, including the Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary Handbook.
- Receive real-time guidance from a senior pharmacist on technical, ethical and practice questions via our Pharmacist-to-Pharmacist Advice Line.
- Join Australia’s largest online community for pharmacists to connect and collaborate.
Get started
Ready to begin your Australian pharmacy journey?
Step 1: Become an Essentials member
Step 2: Enrol in Introduction to Pharmacy in Australia
