The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Certificate II in Community Pharmacy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The SIR20116 Certificate II in Community Pharmacy consists of 4 core units and 8 electives. This course can be tailored to suit your learning requirements and career goals. Your Guild Trainer will work with you to develop a training plan to meet your needs and the needs of your pharmacy. Most Pharmacy Assistants complete the course in less than 12 months.
The SIR20116 Certificate II in Community Pharmacy is your first step in your career in Community Pharmacy. This qualification will provide you with the basic skills in both pharmacy and retail. This course also teaches work ready skills in customer service, work place health and safety and front of shop skills. With rolling enrolments you can start as soon as you are ready, there are no entry requirements to complete this qualification however you will need to be working in a community pharmacy for the duration of the course.
Delivery mode
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 29 Woods Street, Darwin NT
- Suite 201, 10 Norbrik Drive, Bella Vista
- Level 2, 15 National Circuit Barton
- 40 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn
- 132 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill
- 202 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton
- 1322 Hay St, West Perth
- 38 Montpelier Retreat, Battery Point
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- TAS Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the TAS Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Community Pharmacy will prepare you for the following roles.
Pharmacy Assistant
A Pharmacy Assistant performs a range of duties at a pharmacy. You might help customers with enquiries and advice and process retail sales. Pharmac...
Pharmacy Technician
A Pharmacy Technician assists with the filling of customer prescriptions at a pharmacy. You’ll work under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist...
Pharmacy Sales Assistant
A Pharmacy Sales Assistant processes retail sales in a pharmacy. You might receive prescriptions from customers and provide advice on non-prescript...
About The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is a national employers’ organisation registered under the federal Fair Work Act 2009, with over 90 years of experience in representing and promoting the value of community pharmacy in the Australian health care system. Community pharmacies are a vital part of our national health system with the potential to make an even bigger contribution to the health of all Australians.
