Final Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician - ACPT
Key Details
- Attendance
- Online study day
- Course Length
- 3 to 12 Months
- Cost
- £300
About the course
ABOUT THE COURSE
The UEA Final Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) Scheme equips pharmacy technicians with essential skills and knowledge to perform the final accuracy check of dispensed items that have been clinically reviewed by a pharmacist.
This scheme aligns with the Nationally Agreed Framework for Final Accuracy Checking of Dispensed Items, making it a nationally recognised accreditation that is transferable across workplaces in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The course follows a blended learning approach, combining e-learning, face-to-face teaching, and evidence collection in the workplace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course, candidates must:
- Complete the required e-learning modules
- Attend a regional study day
- Compile a portfolio, including a log of 1,000 accurately checked items
- Pass a final practical assessment under controlled conditions
- Undergo an external review
Entry Criteria and Pre-requisites
ENTRY CRITERIA
To enroll, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Show evidence of dispensing accuracy through:
- A log of 200 correctly dispensed items with no errors, OR
- A Dispensing Accuracy Scheme certificate from the past two years, with a record of the last 200 items showing zero errors.
PRE-REQUISITES
Before attending the study day, candidates should:
- Have been assigned to an Educational Supervisor - this supervisor must be on the UEA-approved list and have completed the Educational Supervisor Training Package.
- Be familiar with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) specific to local dispensing practices.
Dates and Registration
COURSE START DATES
- Wednesday, 16 July 2025
- Wednesday, 10 December 2025
ASSESSMENT DATES
Assessments are carried out online on the following dates:
- Wednesday, 7 May 2025
- Thursday, 5 June 2025
- Wednesday, 2 July 2025
- Wednesday, 6 August 2025
- Wednesday, 10 September 2025
- Wednesday, 1 October 2025
- Wednesday, 5 November 2025
To register for an assessment, candidates must complete Appendix 13 – Assessment Registration Form and upload it to their VQ Manager e-portfolio.
REGISTRATION
Candidates interested in registering for the ACPT scheme should complete the UEA Application Form linked below.
On entering the site, create a user account, then select 'Professional Development Applications' to apply for the course.
Contact Us
CONTACT US
For further information, contact the UEA Pharmacy Technician Programme Team: pharm.cpdreg@uea.ac.uk