The Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has welcomed the announcement from NSW Premier Chris Minns stating that two NSW universities are aiming to supply full-scope coaching for neighborhood pharmacists from 2026.
Chief Govt Officer, Bronwyn Clark welcomed this announcement.
‘We welcome and absolutely assist the initiative to embed Pharmacist Prescriber applications throughout universities, enabling accessible, people-centred care,’ said Ms Clark.
‘APC performs a important function in guaranteeing these new applications are rigorously quality-assured and aligned with nationwide requirements, in order that graduates are outfitted with the talents to practise safely, successfully, and to the highest of their scope’
At present, APC has accredited three Pharmacist Prescriber programs, and a number of other extra are progressing via the evaluation course of. We’re working carefully with these establishments as they put together and submit their functions for accreditation. As soon as accredited, these applications might be able to welcome enrolments, increasing alternatives for pharmacists and strengthening the potential of the well being workforce,’ concluded Ms Clark.
