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    National code: SIR40216

    Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary at Coffs Harbour

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    Class details

    Schedule Available in both full-time and part-time modes.

    Variable

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Combination

    Duration

    Course duration This represents the duration when studying in full-time mode.

    3 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    7th Feb 2022

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    27th Jun 2022

    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    1 hours

    Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

    14 hours

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled for 1 days a week. An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer, research tasks, multiple-choice questions

    • Skills assessments: projects, case studies

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

    • Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving

    • Portfolio of work

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • There is no work placement requirement for this qualification. As a trainee, you will gain your experience on-the-job with your employer.

    • If you are enrolling as a non-trainee, you must complete at least 80 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer to meet the course requirements.

    • You are responsible for arranging your own work placement. Our team can offer support and guidance to assist you.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • To be enrolled in this course offering, you need to be able to provide evidence that you have:

      • Must be currently employed in Community Pharmacy.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 Units of competency, including 9 core and 5 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Provide and promote services to pharmacy customersSIRCCCS002

    • Use pharmacy practices for infection controlSIRCINF001

    • Assist customers with prescriptionsSIRCDIS001

    • Assist in dispensing prescriptionsSIRCDIS003

    Course deliveryCombination study

    Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

    Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

    Coffs Harbour

    Coffs Harbour is a flourishing subtropical city in the state's north, that provides students with an idyllic setting to live and study. Set amid a tranquil oasis of natural beauty between the forested hills and the sea, TAFE NSW Coffs Harbour is conveniently located near the centre of town. We have an innovatively designed trade centre including an indoor carpentry and joinery centre, where students gain practical skills in carpentry, bricklaying, concreting, plumbing and tiling. The campus also offers a range of creative industry courses, and is one of two campuses to offer a fashion design course on the North Coast.

    Campus address

    Glenreagh St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Coffs Harbour Station is 2500 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Trade centre for carpentry, bricklaying, concreting, plumbing and tiling

    • Creative industry spaces including fashion design

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed