TAFE NSW

SIR30116

Certificate III in Community Pharmacy

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Help a wide range of customers access appropriate medical and cosmetic products as a pharmacy assistant. You’ll discover your ability to empathise and multitask as you help people feel better, then graduate ready for further study in pharmacy dispensary or retail business.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $6,900 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$6,900
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$6,900
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 4 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $6,900 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy will prepare you for the following roles.

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $49,920
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.