Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Course

This course helps facilitate an appropriate skill-mix that will enhance the pharmaceutical care of the patient and use the knowledge and skills of both technicians and pharmacists more effectively. The scope of the course is to accredit technicians to carry out the final accuracy check of dispensed items clinically screened by the pharmacist. It does not encompass aseptic dispensing, self checking of own dispensing or pre-packing. The framework is dependent upon Standard Operating Procedures being in place (for accuracy checking which define the scope of what both a learner and fully qualified ACPT can and cannot check against a clinically screened prescription).

Facilitators

Upon enrolment the learner must supply the name of a facilitator who will offer support, guidance and feedback to them during the course. A facilitator must be a registered pharmacist, or an ACPT (Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician) with at least three years' post qualification experience. All facilitators will receive a website login to support them in the role. Part of the training pack involves an optional module on Medication Errors which we strongly advise is completed.

Revalidation

From 1st June 2018 we will no longer require those completing the Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technicians course to re-accredit with us every two years. This is because pharmacy technicians are a registered professional in their own right, and from 2018, have a professional duty to revalidate with the GPhC.

However, we do advise all ACPTs the importance of keeping an accuracy checking portfolio to demonstrate on-going competence post-qualification. To support you with this we have devised a framework and toolkit to build your portfolio, which is available to download from the link below.

Revalidation Framework and Toolkit

Accuracy Checking Revalidation Service

In line with the changes from June, if you wish to have your competence formally assessed, Buttercups has launched an Accuracy Checking Revalidation Service to any individuals who meet the requirements outlined in our framework above, for a fee of £43 (Exc VAT). This may be helpful if you have moved employer or had a break from accuracy checking.

You should be aware that your employer may have alternative processes for revalidation of your competence and you should seek their advice on the correct way to meet the requirements of your organisation.

Full details and an application form for the service is available in the revalidation framework and toolkit document.