Medway school of pharmacy

Legislative changes which began in 1998 have meant that nurses and pharmacists are now able to qualify as fully independent prescribers. In addition radiographers, physiotherapists, podiatrists and optometrists are able to qualify as supplementary prescribers. This 8 month, part-time, distance learning programme enables these health care professionals to develop the knowledge and skills to practice as prescribers and to meet the standards set by the respective professional/regulatory body as required within the legislative framework

Teaching

The Prescribing Programme is delivered by distance learning plus a total of 8 study days at the University, plus 12 days supervised in practice.

Assessment

Assessments include: written assignments, case study analysis, Multiple Choice Questions, narrative based on portfolio entries, attendance of period of learning in practice and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).

Careers

There are many opportunities within the managed and private sectors for health care professionals with a prescribing qualification. The PgCert in Prescribing forms a pathway onto the MSc in Medicines Management run by the Medway School of Pharmacy. Students can register for the PgCert in Prescribing as a stand alone qualification or the full diploma or MSc in Medicines Management.