The LICQual Level 6 Diploma in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (D Ambulatory Care Pharmacy) is a specialized qualification designed for pharmacy and healthcare professionals seeking to advance their careers, deepen their expertise, and enhance their Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This comprehensive programme equips learners with the advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary to deliver safe, effective, and patient-Centred pharmaceutical care in ambulatory care settings.
Learners undertaking this diploma will explore a wide range of topics including chronic disease management, patient assessment, medication optimisation, clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The course emphasises evidence-based practice, advanced clinical reasoning, and the integration of innovative pharmaceutical care models to improve patient outcomes.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 6 Diploma in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy are required to maintain the highest standards of training. This includes employing competent and qualified staff, providing access to up-to-date learning materials and resources, and creating a supportive environment that fosters learner success. By adhering to these rigorous standards, centres ensure learners gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for professional excellence in ambulatory care pharmacy.
Whether you are a practicing pharmacist, a clinical healthcare professional, or an individual committed to specializing in ambulatory care pharmacy, this diploma offers a recognized pathway to advanced professional development. Enrolment equips learners with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make a meaningful impact in outpatient and community healthcare settings while progressing their careers in this highly specialized and rewarding field.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 6 Diploma in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (D Ambulatory Care Pharmacy)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
480
Qualification #
LICQ2201202
Qualification Specification
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|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201202-1 |
Advanced Ambulatory Care Pharmacology |
20 |
80 |
|
LICQ2201202-2 |
Assessment and Management of Outpatient Conditions |
20 |
80 |
|
LICQ2201202-3 |
Patient-Centred Care in Ambulatory Settings |
20 |
80 |
|
LICQ2201202-4 |
Ethical, Legal, and Professional Standards in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy |
20 |
80 |
|
LICQ2201202-5 |
Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy |
20 |
80 |
|
LICQ2201202-6 |
Leadership and Quality Assurance in Ambulatory Services |
20 |
80 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Advanced Ambulatory Care Pharmacology
Learners will be able to:
- Analyse the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of medications commonly used in ambulatory care.
- Evaluate the efficacy, safety, and potential interactions of chronic disease therapies.
- Apply principles of polypharmacy management to optimise patient outcomes.
- Critically appraise emerging research in pharmacology relevant to outpatient care.
- Integrate personalised medicine approaches in ambulatory care pharmacy.
Unit 2: Assessment and Management of Outpatient Conditions
Learners will be able to:
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients in ambulatory care settings.
- Develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Monitor patient responses to therapy and adjust interventions appropriately.
- Apply clinical guidelines to optimise management of chronic and acute conditions.
- Integrate multidisciplinary approaches in outpatient and community care.
Unit 3: Patient-Centred Care in Ambulatory Settings
Learners will be able to:
- Implement patient-centred care strategies to enhance adherence and outcomes.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Provide counselling and education to support self-management of chronic conditions.
- Address psychosocial and behavioural factors affecting patient care.
- Promote holistic care and wellbeing in ambulatory care settings.
Unit 4: Ethical, Legal, and Professional Standards in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy
Learners will be able to:
- Apply ethical principles in decision-making for ambulatory care practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks governing pharmacy practice.
- Maintain professional standards, confidentiality, and informed consent.
- Identify and manage ethical dilemmas in outpatient care.
- Evaluate organisational policies to ensure compliance with professional regulations.
Unit 5: Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy
Learners will be able to:
- Critically appraise research literature and clinical studies relevant to ambulatory care.
- Apply evidence-based guidelines to inform clinical decision-making.
- Design and conduct audits or small-scale research projects in outpatient pharmacy practice.
- Analyse and interpret clinical data to improve patient outcomes.
- Integrate research findings into professional practice and service delivery.
Unit 6: Leadership and Quality Assurance in Ambulatory Services
Learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate leadership and team management skills within ambulatory care pharmacy services.
- Implement quality assurance systems and audit processes to improve service delivery.
- Develop strategies to enhance patient safety, efficiency, and treatment effectiveness.
- Evaluate organisational performance and recommend improvements in outpatient services.
- Promote a culture of continuous professional development and best practice in ambulatory care pharmacy.
This advanced qualification is ideal for:
- Pharmacy Professionals seeking to specialize in ambulatory care and enhance their career prospects.
- Clinical Pharmacists aiming to optimize medication management for patients in outpatient and community settings.
- Healthcare Practitioners involved in prescribing, dispensing, or monitoring therapy for chronic and acute conditions.
- Nurses and Support Staff working in outpatient clinics or community healthcare services looking to expand their knowledge of pharmacy care.
- Pharmacy Team Leaders and Managers seeking to develop leadership skills and implement quality assurance in ambulatory care services.
- Professionals Committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) who wish to gain internationally recognized expertise in ambulatory care pharmacy.
- Healthcare Organisations and Centres aiming to upskill staff in advanced outpatient pharmaceutical care and compliance with professional standards.
To ensure high-quality delivery and learner success, centres offering the LICQual Level 6 Diploma in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy must meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ trainers and assessors with relevant qualifications, professional experience in ambulatory care or pharmacy, and expertise in outpatient and community healthcare.
- Access to Learning Resources: Centres should provide learners with up-to-date textbooks, journals, digital resources, and practical tools to support advanced ambulatory care pharmacy training.
- Training Facilities: Centres must have adequate classroom or virtual learning environments equipped with modern technology to facilitate interactive teaching, assessments, and learner engagement.
- Assessment and Evaluation Systems: Centres should implement robust systems to monitor learner progress, conduct assessments, and provide constructive feedback in line with international standards.
- Compliance with Professional Standards: Centres must adhere to ethical, legal, and professional regulations, ensuring learners are trained according to best practices in ambulatory care pharmacy.
- Support for Learners: Centres should offer mentoring, guidance, and additional learning support to help learners successfully complete the course and apply their knowledge in professional practice.
- Commitment to CPD: Centres must encourage a culture of continuing professional development, motivating learners to regularly update their skills and knowledge.
- Quality Assurance: Centres must implement internal quality assurance systems to continuously review and improve training delivery, assessment, and learner outcomes.
By meeting these requirements, centres ensure that learners receive a high-quality, internationally recognised qualification that prepares them for advanced roles in ambulatory care pharmacy and outpatient service delivery.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
