Pharmacy Assistant
In association with McCabes, Allcare & Adrian Dunne Pharmacies
Applicants who would like to blend an interest in retail with science and who have an interest in health in the community will find this course a useful introduction to the world of pharmacy.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Any student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. However, the student must demonstrate at interview the capacity to successfully participate on this programme. This includes both the academic and work experience elements of the programme. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
Leaving Certificate/LCA
QQI Level 4 Award
Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
Mature students welcome
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/FURTHER STUDIES
Graduates of this course will assist the Pharmacist in providing a care service to the community. As well as pharmacy work, students can work as sales assistants in health stores etc. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. This course may link with TUS Athlone, TU Dublin, SETU Carlow, ATU Letterkenny & MTU Tralee Pharmacy Technician courses. Past students have gone on to Health & Society Degree in DCU, Medical Science in GMIT,(now ATU) Pharmacy Technician in TU Dublin, Athlone IT (now TUS) & Drogheda Further Ed.
Use this course code 5M4468 to see progression routes in Careers Portal https://careersportal.ie/courses/cao_fetac_links.php.
Some degrees will have particular Module requirements. Please check at CAO stage.
Further information
Commencing September 2024
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. Non-EU learners whose visas do not confer access to publicly funded education may be required to pay a course fee of €3654 for their course if eligible. For further details, please contact the college. Applicants who are in the international protection system and have been granted permission to work are not eligible for the €3654 non-EU fees. Applicants will be required to provide proof of their immigration status (eg. GNIB card, permission to work letter issued by the Department of Justice) as part of the enrolment process.
MATURE STUDENTS
The number of mature students attending Further Education courses in Marino College is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and Learner Supports will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
Course fees for PLCs are now €50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, laboratory practicals, mandatory work placement and independent study. You will be expected to complete assignments throughout the year. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.
Customer Services
Nutrition
Work Experience
Retail Display
Retail Selling
Word Processing
Communications
Safety & Health
Over the Counter Medicine
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Awards:
QQI Level 5 Award in Community Health Services 5M4468
Certificate in Manual handling
Connolly House,
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1
Tel: 01 855 7116 / Fax: 01 855 4064
Enquiries: emmet.ryan@kmcfe.cdetb.ie