PG Cert - Independent Prescribing for Pharmacists

De Montfort University Faculty of Health & Life Sciences

Part time See Course PGCert 6 months part time (4 months fast track option), possible 1 year part time

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About the course

This course will help you to learn about the many facets of prescribing, including clinical skills, clinical reasoning, consultation skills, communication skills, the psychology of prescribing and the legal and ethical considerations when prescribing.

The course is usually delivered over six months. However, for students with sufficient time and resources, the opportunity exists to undertake all learning and assessment within four months. There is also the option of carrying out the course over 12 months, for students who would prefer this. Please note that these timeframes refer to the period of studying: marking and quality assurance processes associated with assessment will be in addition to these time-frames.

Entry Requirements

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Fees

The fees for 2024/25 entry is £2,225 for 45 credits

Where will I study?

De Montfort University

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) offers the perfect combination of high-quality teaching and modern facilities. Based in the centre of Leicester our campus blends the historical and the new and has provided an inspiring place to study for more than 150 years. Studying a postgraduate course allows you to go further in your knowledge and your career. You can become a specialist in your area of passion, explore the frontier of your subject area alongside our researchers, gain accreditation or change trajectory. Whether you’re looking to enhance your understanding of your chosen field or gain expertise in a new area, our high-quality teaching will help equip you with the knowledge and competencies to unlock the next stage of your career.