This qualification covers workers who provide a range of technical functions under the supervision of a pharmacist in a hospital or community setting. These workers may also have the role of coordinating the work of pharmacy assistants or aides. This qualification is not applicable to retail pharmacy workers. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Core units

BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

HLTHIR402C Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry

HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements

HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTPH407C Conduct small-scale compounding of pharmaceutical products

HLTPH410C Prepare batch and work sheets and labels for compounding

HLTPH414B Assist in dispensary administration (Note pre-requ: HLTPH314B )

HLTPH415B Conduct small-scale compounding of aseptic pharmaceutical products

HLTPH416B Support pharmacists by collecting and providing specific information to/for clients

HLTPH417B Support pharmacists by collecting and presenting workplace data and information

Group A OHS electives - one unit must be selected for this qualification

One of the following units must be selected for award of this qualification.

HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes

HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes

The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice

All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.

Group B electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice

Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:

HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

Other relevant electives

Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.

The following grouping of electives is intended to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.

Performance

BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement

BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships

CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice

HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment

HLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health work environment

Leadership

BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues

Training and Development

CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development

HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients

TAEASS402A Assess competence

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Entry requirements

To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:

HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health

HLTPH301C Undertake pharmacy technician duties

HLTPH304C Maintain pharmaceutical ward or imprest stock

HLTPH306C Package pharmaceutical products

HLTPH312B Procure, store and maintain pharmaceutical products

HLTPH313B Distribute pharmaceutical products in a health setting

HLTPH314B Assist with basic dispensing of prescriptions

Not Applicable

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries