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Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary
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SIR40216
You possess a substantial depth of knowledge in pharmacy medicines and dispensing techniques gained through your dedicated work in the community. We are currently identifying RTO partners to facilitate a recognition pathway that respects your technical expertise and years of service. Registering your interest allows us to notify you as soon as a formal assessment process is established.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of skilled technicians working in the dispensary area of community pharmacies. They have substantial depth of knowledge of pharmacy medicines and dispensing techniques. When dispensing pharmacy medications, they work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and their role is limited to those dispensing functions that do not require them to exercise professional pharmaceutical judgement or discretion. They may provide technical advice and support to pharmacy assistants. The qualification provides a pathway to work in a community pharmacy as a dispensary technician or dispensary assistant. Dispensary assistants and technicians are required to comply with federal, state or territory law and Pharmacy Board of Australia Guidelines for supplying scheduled medicines. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
SIR40216
Training Package
SIR — Retail Services Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate IV
Total Units
14 (9 core + 5 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy Technician | Assist pharmacists in hospital or community settings by preparing medications, attaching labels, and maintaining rigorous dispensary records. |
| Dispensary Assistant | Provide non-therapeutic advice and manage the daily upkeep and stock control of the dispensary area under pharmacist supervision. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Comprehensive resume highlighting dispensary experience
- ✓Detailed position descriptions from pharmacy environments
- ✓Letters of service from supervising pharmacists
Dispensing & Technical Skills
- ✓Records of prescription assistance and processing
- ✓Dispensary computer system logs or screenshots
- ✓Evidence of dose administration container preparation
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Infection control protocol documentation
- ✓Workplace health and safety audit records
- ✓Records of handling scheduled medicines under supervision
Stock & Administration
- ✓Inventory management and stock rotation reports
- ✓PBS claim documentation and administrative records
- ✓Dispensary stock maintenance and ordering logs
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Retail Services Training Package.
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