About the course

This course is designed to reflect the changing roles of Pharmacy Technicians. Sláinte Care (2018), the Irish Government’s ten-year programme for health services in Ireland, places an emphasis on prevention and self-management of chronic illness. Pharmacy teams in Ireland, both in community and hospital settings, have a key role in the delivery of Sláinte Care’s objectives. Pharmacy technicians are vital members of these pharmacy teams. If you would like to enhance your scope of practice as a Pharmacy Technician, contributing to effective and safe optimisation of patients' medicines and personalised healthcare in a responsible and ethical way, then this course is for you. This is a 60-credit add-on Programme for learners who have completed 120 credits of the Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Studies or equivalent. During the Programme, learners will undertake more advanced and specific modules but will also continue the development of transferable skills such as written and verbal communication skills, examination skills and team working. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 1 (September), 2024	Carlow
Term 1 (September), 2025	Carlow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for South East Technological University (SETU)

CAO Entry: NFQ Level 7

　　Students must demonstrate that they have reached a level of education in their country of origin that is the equivalent of a Secondary School Diploma (High School Diploma) with good grades in an appropriate language, mathematics and at least 4 other subjects.

　　A Level 6 Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Studies from the SETU Carlow or other Higher Education Institute, IPU Pharmacy Technician Course or equivalent.

　　A minimum IELTS score of 5.5 to 6 or equivalent completion of studies

　　TOEFL IBT-79, TOEFL CBT-213,TOEFL PBT-550

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at South East Technological University (SETU). If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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