Preregistration Pharmacist Training Course Information
The Buttercups Training preregistration programmes can be tailored to meet your preregistration pharmacists' needs. We can provide anything from a half day session on a particular topic to a comprehensive programme delivered over 10 months.
We also offer distance learning modules for preregistration pharmacists on a range of topics which complement the syllabus requirements for the registration exam. For further information and a price list please click here.
The programmes are led by a team of experienced pharmacists who understand the pressures of the preregistration year and the importance of developing the responsible and professional attitude expected of a registered pharmacist, in addition to passing the registration assessment (formerly the registration examination).
Preregistration Pharmacist Training Programmes 2011-12
| Course Details for Residential Events |
| Cost: |
£1500 (Exc VAT) |
| Location: |
Hallmark Hotel, Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ
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| Programme Information: |
Click here to view the information on this web page as a PDF document |
| Enrolment Pack: |
Click the link to view the enrolment pack for the Preregistration Pharmacist Training Programme |
| Course Details for Individual Study Day Programme |
| Cost: |
£990 (Exc VAT) |
| Location: |
Hallmark Hotel, Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ
Please enter your postcode to get directions:
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| Programme Information: |
Click here to view the information on this web page as a PDF document |
| Enrolment Pack: |
Click the link to view the enrolment pack for the Preregistration Pharmacist Training Programme |
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The Buttercups Preregistration study days cover Minor Ailments and Responding to Symptoms, Law and Ethics, the Drug Tariff, Pharmaceutical Calculations, Communication Skills, Clinical Topics by BNF chapter, Pharmacy Management and Preparing for Practice as well as giving the trainees the opportunity to sit a full length mock exam.
A variety of training methods are employed e.g. short-answer questions and case studies, role play, group work, presentations, on-line assessments etc.
Trainees will also be enrolled on our GPhC accredited Medicines Counter Assistant course in addition to being given access to the Buttercups Pharmacy e-Training Service (PeTS) where they can log in to our preregistration website to download assignments and to obtain additional training materials.
Programme Summary:
Complimentary Tutor Induction Day:
Tuesday 5th July 2011
This day is intended solely for tutors and will contain sessions on the following:
- Introduction to the Preregistration Year & Key Milestones
- Performance Standards for Preregistration Trainees and for Tutors
- The Buttercups Preregistration Pharmacist Training Programme
- Life as a Tutor
Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Bed and breakfast accommodation for Monday 4th July can also be arranged if required (this will incur an additional fee of £73+VAT).
Preregistration Trainee Study Days:
Trainees may either enrol on the Individual Study Day Programme or the Residential Programme; the details are below.
Individual Study Day Programme Dates |
Residential Programme Dates |
Agenda |
Thursday 22nd September 2011 |
Thursday 8th September 2011 |
Day One:
Programme Introduction; Introduction to the Preregistration Year; Calculations Paper 1;
"Insights" Training Session (guest speaker)
Homework:
Self study questions on BNF Chapters 2 and 3 and start MCA course |
Thursday 20th October 2011 |
Friday 9th September 2011 |
Day Two:
Drug Tariff Part 1 Presentation & Workshop; Calculations Paper 2; Review of self study questions from BNF Chapters 2 and 3
Homework:
Self study questions on law and ethics & pregnancy and child health and continue with MCA course |
Thursday 17th November 2011 |
Wednesday 11th January 2012 |
Day Three:
"Getting to know the BNF Workshop"; Calculations Paper 3; Review of law and ethics and pregnancy and child health questions
Homework:
Drug Tariff Part 2 Workbook, complete MCA course and take on-line assessment on POM to P reclassifications |
Thursday 19th January 2012 |
Thursday 12th January 2012 |
Day Four:
Responding to Symptoms and Patient Counselling; Drug Tariff Part 2 Review, Hosiery and Truss Fitting Demonstrations; Calculations Paper 4
Homework:
Self Study Questions on BNF Chapters 4, 5 and 6 and take on-line assessment on veterinary medicines |
Thursday 16th February 2012 |
Friday 13th January 2012 |
Day Five:
First Aid Training*
*Please indicate on the enrolment form whether this training is required |
Thursday 15th March 2012 |
Wednesday 18th April 2012 |
Day Six:
"Being a Pharmacy Manager" workshop; Calculations Paper 5; Review of BNF Chapters 4 and 5 and Exam technique session, answers to BNF Chapter 6 will be put onto PeTS |
Thursday 26th April 2012 |
Thursday 19th April 2012 |
Day Seven:
Full Length Mock Registration Assessment (Examination); Start open book review |
Thursday 3rd May 2012 |
Friday 20th April 2012 |
Day Eight:
Mock Exam Review; GPhC syllabus review session; Revision planning exercise; end of programme feedback |
Venue:
All events will be held at the Hallmark Hotel, Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ
Tel: 01332 299 992
Accommodation: (Residential Programme only)
Trainees enrolled on the Residential Programme will be allocated a single en-suite bedroom for each night of the conference (five nights in total, or four nights for those not attending first aid training). Additional bed and breakfast accommodation can be arranged for trainees who travel to Derby the evening before each event if required. This will cost £73+VAT per person per night. Please indicate if this is required on the enrolment form.
Fees:
Individual Study Days: £990+VAT
Fees include lunch and refreshments
Residential Programme: £1500+VAT
Fees include all meals and refreshments whilst at the event plus accommodation as detailed above
Where first aid training is not required a discount of £100 will be given.
Next steps:
We are accepting enrolments immediately.
You can download an enrolment form by clicking here.
Please e-mail training@buttercups.co.uk if you have any questions.
Please read some of the comments made by our students
"The course content was superb! Every aspect of the course materials was excellent. Hannah was an excellent tutor in every aspect. I really enjoyed and got loads out of each session. The notes and calculations were very useful."
- Vasilios Diamantios
"We covered a thorough overview of all topics needed for the exam, identified relevant areas and points that may not have otherwise been brought to my attention. The course was delivered in a way that was relevant and easy to understand and we were able to go back over any points that caused confusion. We had a very approachable tutor - both during the study days and in between and so provided a useful resource. The tutor had an excellent knowledge of all subjects. I was able to answer a question I came across in a past paper."
- Hannah Almond
"Good range of the syllabus covered; very helpful! Hannah is a very approachable and highly motivated teacher. It has been a pleasure to be taught by such an enthusiastic and dedicated pharmacist. Definitely recommend Buttercups Training!! Thank you very much."
- Ash Abhi
"Always approachable and answers all my emails! Thank you!"
- Rachel Taylor
Click the link to read more references from Buttercups Training customers.