A full-time course offering comprehensive training for participants interested in working in the Retail Pharmacy Sector. Students will gain a knowledge of science based subjects, IT skills, ‘Over the Counter Medicines’ and customer service experience.

• Successful completion of Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied.
• Successful completion of interview
• Applications from mature candidates will also be considered.

• QQI Level 5: Community Health Services (5M4468 )

• Participants may seek employment within the Retail Pharmacy Sector.
• ln addition a full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third-level institutions.
• Successful candidates may apply to Pharmacy Technician courses or other related Science/Health community based programmes.
• Specific progression pathways to SETU – Waterford & Carlow Campus are agreed. See: Progression Information here.

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One Year

Work Experience placement in a related vocational area is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain work experience placement themselves.