| Course Name |
Pharmacy Assistant |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
5M2468 PAXX |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
| Certificate |
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Irish Pharmacy Union |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Expand+Programme Overview
Working in a Pharmacy is a varied, dynamic and interesting way of earning a living. This 1 year, full time programme will appeal to many. As well as a FETAC qualification, learners are offered an additional module from the IPU. Th...
Hide-Programme Overview
Working in a Pharmacy is a varied, dynamic and interesting way of earning a living. This 1 year, full time programme will appeal to many. As well as a FETAC qualification, learners are offered an additional module from the IPU. This qualification increases employment opportunities. and is delivered by a qualified Pharmacist or Pharmaceutical Assistant. Learners who complete the programme may gain employment in a Pharmacy dispensing over-the-counter medicines and other products in a rapidly developing industry.
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| FET Code |
5M2468 - Business Administration |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Award
QQI Level 5 Business Administration 5M2468
IPU (Irish Pharmaceutical Union) - Medicines and Counter Assistant (MCA) |
| Course Fee |
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview. |
| Financial Support |
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary. |
| Interview |
Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Typical Modules
Medicines and Counter Assistant (MCA) - (IPU)*
Word Processing
Health & Safety
Nutrition
Spreadsheet Methods
Communications
Business Administration
Customer Service
Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised
Work Experience |
| Entry Requirements |
Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic
requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Award holders will have employment opportunities in retail and wholesale pharmacies.
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie
* Irish Pharmaceutical Union |
| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |
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