Non-Medical Prescribing for Pharmacists, PGCert

Please note, if you are applying for a Non-Medical prescribing qualification that you can annotate with the GPhc, you only need to apply for SHGM22 (stand alone module).

Entry requirements

You can apply for this standalone module or PGCert if you:

• have a prescribing budget in place
• meet specific entry requirements set by the General Pharmaceutical Healthcare Council (see below)
• be approved by Health Board Prescribing Lead and Clinical Manager
• hold a current enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to meet specific requirements of their professional body
• demonstrate ability to study at academic Level  7

In addition, and to meet the entry requirements for the stand-alone module, the GPhC requires that pharmacist applicants:

• are registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or, in Northern Ireland, with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI).

• are in good standing with the GPhC and/or PSNI and any other healthcare regulator with which they are registered.
• must have at least two years appropriate patient-orientated experience post registration, in a relevant UK practice setting.
• have an identified area of clinical or therapeutic practice in which to develop independent prescribing practice. They must also have relevant clinical or therapeutic experience in that area, which is suitable to act as the foundation of their prescribing practice while training.
• must have a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP) who has agreed to supervise their learning in practice.

The Non-Medical prescribing qualification at Swansea University is available through a stand-alone 40 credit module - Non-Medical prescribing (GPhC) SHGM22(approved by the GPhC) or by doing a Post Graduate Certificate in Non-Medical prescribing.

The stand-alone module SHGM22 Non-Medical Prescribing (GPhC) comprises 17 days theory, a minimum of 9 days of self-directed study and 12 days supervised practice.

The full Post Graduate Certificate programme comprises one 40 credit module, SHGM22 Non-Medical prescribing and one 20 credit module, Pharmacology principles and practice (NMC) SHGM23 (26 taught days and 12 days supervised practice). Some pharmacists might choose this option if they have not studied for some time or if they wish to gain an additional academic qualification.

The programme is based at the St. David’s Park site in Carmarthen. Teaching takes place one day a week over the academic year.

At least 40 credits

There are opportunities for Welsh speakers to study at least 40 credits of this postgraduate course through the medium of Welsh. Many University departments develop and offer Welsh medium or bilingual modules as part of their courses so you will need to discuss the possibilities with the relevant Programme Director. You can study a module or modules through the medium of Welsh where possible or submit your dissertation in Welsh with guidance from a subject specialist through the medium of Welsh.

Academi Hywel Teifi is here to support you throughout your time at Swansea University. We can offer you:

• Access to generous Welsh-language study scholarships or bursaries.
• Access to the Arwain mobile app for the latest information about Welsh-medium courses and modules available to download free on the App Store and Google Play.
• An interview through the medium of Welsh when applying for a place.
• Personal correspondence in Welsh, English or bilingually.
• The option to create and submit your coursework or sit exams through the medium of Welsh (even if you have chosen to study in English), and your work will be assessed in Welsh.
• A Welsh-speaking Academic Mentor.
• One-to-one support to improve your academic Welsh language skills.
• An opportunity to gain an additional free qualification that serves as evidence of your Welsh language ability for future employers.
• Membership of the Swansea University Branch of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.

Visit the Welsh Language Rights webpage for further information about Students' Welsh Language Rights.

Continuing to study through the medium of Welsh will be:

• a natural step for you if you have studied through the medium of Welsh at undergraduate level.
• a way of maximizing your chances of getting the best education.
• a way of receiving a high level of support as the study groups are smaller.
• a valuable addition to your CV and career development.

SHGM22 is accredited by the GPhC

The teaching team:

• are very experienced in delivering prescribing programmes
• have a wide range of relevant skills, experience and qualifications
• are members of a range of prescribing forums and groups
• have well established links with health board Non-Medical Prescribing Leads throughout the region 

Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Current students: You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.

If you're a UK or EU student starting a master’s degree at Swansea University, you may be eligible to apply for Government funding to help towards the cost of your studies. To find out more, please visit our postgraduate loans page.

To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.

Access to your own digital device/the appropriate IT kit will be essential during your time studying at Swansea University. Access to wifi in your accommodation will also be essential to allow you to fully engage with your programme. See our dedicated webpages for further guidance on suitable devices to purchase, and for a full guide on getting your device set up.

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but not limited to):

• Travel to and from campus
• Printing, photocopying, binding, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
• Purchase of books or texts
• Gowns for graduation ceremonies

Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your personal academic mentor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

• Academic writing
• Maths and statistics
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Digital skills
• Presentation skills
• Note taking
• Revision, memory and exam techniques
• English language skills (if English is not your first language).

In addition, if you have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD), disability, mental health or medical condition, the Centre for Academic Success have Specialist Tutors to support your learning, working alongside the Disability Office and Wellbeing Service to support all your needs and requirements whilst studying at Swansea University.

Before applying for the stand alone module or the PGCert, please review our section on Preparing to Prescribe here.

Applications close: 

• 1st November for the March 2022 intake

You can access the application form for both the stand alone module and the Post Graduate Certificate here: GPhC Application Form

You will be required to attend an selection event for this programme which will consist of a numeracy test, group and one to one interviews, the details of these will be forwarded after shortlisting.  

Please ensure that you contact the relevant personnel below before applying for this programme:

• Lynne Jones - (Swansea Bay UHB - Neath Port Talbot Delivery Unit) Lynne.Jones3@wales.nhs.uk
• Alison Clarke (Therapies) - Alison.Clarke@wales.nhs.uk
• Mandy James (Hywel Dda UHB, all professions) - Mandy.James@wales.nhs.uk
•  Applicants who are not applying from Swansea Bay UHB or Hywel Dda - NMPlearning@swansea.ac.uk
• Jodie Gwenter (Swansea Bay UHB- Pharmacy) - Jodie.Gwenter@wales.nhs.uk

EU students - visa and immigration information is available and will be regularly updated on our information for EU students page.

Preparing to Prescribe:

Check out this free online implementation tool kit for non-medical prescribers here.

The Non-Medical prescribing qualification at Swansea University is available through a stand alone 40 credit module - Non-Medical prescribing (GPhC) SHGM22(approved by the GPhC).

The stand-alone module SHGM22 Non-Medical Prescribing (GPhC) comprises 17 days theory, a minimum of 9 days of self-directed study and 12 days supervised practice.

The fees for the stand alone module: £1,740 

Module info:

SHGM22, 40 credits, Non-Medical Prescribing (GPhC)