Level 2Intermediate · GCSE equivalent
Pharmacy services assistant
Supporting the delivery of pharmacy services.
Typical duration
1 year
Training funded
up to £5,000
Route
Health and science
Standard ref
ST0299
Role overview
This Level 2 apprenticeship prepares you to work in a pharmacy or dispensary, assisting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing medicines and healthcare advice to patients. You will process prescriptions, dispense medicines, and support customers with over-the-counter health products. It can lead to progression to the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship or further healthcare roles.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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