About the course

A pharmacy technician is a key member of the pharmacy team, involved in assuring the smooth and safe functioning of pharmacy services by assisting the pharmacist in the preparation, checking, storage and dispensing of drugs. This two-year level 6 programme offers a blend of academic knowledge, hands-on experience and real-world training to allow the pharmacy technician assist in the safe dispensing of medicines. Students are in college three days a week for lectures and practical. In addition, in Year 1 they are on weekly placement in a retail pharmacy and in Year 2 on a six-month work placement in a hospital or community pharmacy. If you have an interest in the health and well-being of people, and would like to work in pharmacy services, then this course is an excellent choice. Good communication skills and attention to detail are necessary qualities. 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: 2 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 6

　　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.

　　Leaving Certificate:

　　5O6/H7

　　Subjects required:

　　English or Irish O6/H7

　　Mathematics O6/H7

　　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

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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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