Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy [M5C]

The course will provide a formal training program for pharmacists to provide clinical services. Online delivery will enable access by pharmacists from overseas, as well as from rural and remote areas of Australia. The course will support pharmacists in becoming accredited to conduct medication reviews, and enhance their role as a member of the health care team. It will develop their ability to communicate effectively with other health professionals and patients. The course also aims to provide a pathway towards a Research Higher Degree.

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The rising prevalence of dementia is creating new challenges and a pressing need for change in the way our systems and practices support people who live with dementia. This program will equip you with the expertise to lead transformation, based on the latest evidence.

Course information:

• Fully online and flexible with modular content suitable for a wide variety of study approaches
• Easy to navigate and accessible across a range of devices
• Personal perspectives highlighted in assessments linking acquired knowledge to individual contexts.
• Relevant and up-to-date course information

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Dementia are eligible to continue their studies into the Graduate Diploma of Dementia or Master of Dementia with all four units, or 50 credit points, of advanced standing.

• All methods of meeting University of Tasmania English language requirements have a validity period of 2 years unless involving a country specific qualification as listed below.
• Each course offered by the University of Tasmania has a minimum English language requirement for entry as listed below. Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements for each course.
• Applicants who qualify from a University of Tasmania program, and intend to gain professional registration to become a practitioner in Australia, may need to meet the relevant Professional Accrediting Agency's English language registration standard.
• In exceptional circumstances or cases not covered by the categories outlined below, multiple forms of evidence may be considered on a case by case basis by the Executive Director, Student Operations in consultation with the Director, Academic Quality and Standards.
• The University reserves the right to require that any applicant be required to undergo a test of English language.

We anticipate career outcomes using wide and thorough knowledge of dementia and its effects, depending on the student's background. These may include:

• Specialist roles and policy input for residential care or community facilities
• Government or private roles dealing with policy and governance related to people with dementia and their carers
• Roles that inform and design practice around care, with a strong person-centred focus
• Augmented clinical skills for students with a health-professional background

International students should refer to the International Students course fees page to get an indicative course cost.

STEP 1: Choose and research your course

STEP 2: Prepare your documents

STEP 3: Lodge your application

STEP 4: Accept your offer