Educational Supervisor Training for the Community Pharmacy Workforce

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Educational Supervisor Training for the Pharmacy Workforce

We are pleased to offer two fully funded, free to access Supervisor training programmes for those supervising the pharmacy workforce. These programmes will ensure those involved in educational supervision, are confident to provide support and developmental aid to the pharmacy workforce.

Programmes

Training for Educational Supervisors including Designated Supervisors (DS)

Both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can apply for the educational supervisor training.

Training for Designated Prescribing Practitioners (DPP)

Designated Prescribing Practitioners (DPP) supporting supervision of learners in the pharmacy workforce

About the Programmes

Who is this training for?

There are two programmes:

Programme 1: Training for Educational Supervisors including Designated Supervisors. Both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can apply for the educational supervisor training.

Programme 2: Training for Designated Prescribing Practitioners (DPP) supporting supervision of learners completing independent prescribing training.

Why should I register for this training?

Pharmacist and pharmacy technician roles are evolving rapidly in response to changes in healthcare and growing demand for clinical services in community pharmacy. Learner supervision is needed across the pharmacy professions to underpin the transformation and up-skilling of the growing pharmacy workforce.

This training will ensure those involved in education supervision, including Designated Supervisors and Designated Prescribing Practitioners, are confident to provide support and developmental aid to the pharmacy workforce.

Do I have to pay to access the training?

No. These programmes are fully funded by NHS England.

What do the modules cover?

The modules in the Educational Supervisor Programme Cover the following topics:

Introduction to Educational Supervision
Facilitating Learning
Giving Effective Feedback
Assessing & Monitoring
Supporting Trainees

The modules in the Designated Prescribing Practitioners Cover the following topics

Introduction to DPP Supervision
Facilitating Learning
Giving Effective Feedback
Assessing & Monitoring
Developing as a Designated Prescribing Practitioner

How long do the modules take to complete & is the programme Face-to-face or online?

Our blended learning approach is designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of busy healthcare professionals. The programmes are structured into manageable, bite-sized online lessons lasting between 20 to 30 minutes each. This format allows learners to progress at their own pace. Additionally, participants will need to attend two online live workshops, each 2.5 hours long. The entire programme is efficiently paced to ensure completion within 15 hours and learners will have 3 months to complete the programme.

How will I be assessed?

Assessments will include a choice of reflective account, multisource feedback and peer observation of supervision skills

Do I get a certificate?

Yes, a certificate will be awarded on successful completion of the programme

Why become a DPP ?

The role of a Designated Prescribing Practitioner is highly rewarding. We’re committed to inspiring more independent prescribers to take on this role and foster the growth of future pharmacist prescribers. Hear firsthand from our DPPs as they share their experiences and insights in this vital position.

Find out what learners are saying about our Supervisor Programmes

I thoroughly enjoyed this training day. Excellent presenters with a wealth of knowledge. I feel much more confident with the role of the ES after having completed this lesson. Thank you!

Propharmace supervisor training is exactly what I needed. I found it relevant to my job role and it suited my learning needs. The learning modules are concise and easy to put in context. You can undertake the training at your pace considering the trying times (pandemic). The support is readily available. Overall it has enabled me to make a difference to my trainees and improve patient services.

Thank you for this Exceptional learning session. I learned a lot and above all, I feel more confident.

All the skills I learned through this programme will help me to become a good Practice supervisor in the future. Thank you all very much for your kind help and guidance.

One of the great things I found about this course was how interactive it was and the lessons were designed as bite size learning which I could fit into my busy schedule.