The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Geriatric Pharmacy (Cert Geriatric Pharmacy) is a specialised qualification designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers in the field of pharmacy, with a specific focus on geriatric care. This comprehensive programme equips learners with the knowledge, skills, and practical understanding necessary to manage the complex pharmaceutical needs of elderly patients effectively. By completing this qualification, learners can enhance their professional competence, improve patient care outcomes, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
This Level 3 certificate is ideal for pharmacy practitioners, healthcare assistants, care home staff, and other professionals working with elderly populations who wish to expand their expertise in geriatric medication management. The curriculum covers essential areas such as safe dispensing practices, medication monitoring, common age-related conditions, and the ethical considerations involved in geriatric pharmacy. Learners will also gain practical insights into optimising treatment plans and improving the quality of life for older patients.
Centres delivering this qualification are required to uphold the highest standards of teaching and learning. They must have competent and qualified staff, alongside all necessary materials, resources, and facilities to ensure learners receive high-quality instruction and achieve their learning outcomes successfully. This ensures a supportive and effective learning environment that maximises learner engagement and professional growth.
By enrolling in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Geriatric Pharmacy, learners can take a significant step towards enhancing their career prospects, broadening their professional knowledge, and contributing meaningfully to the care and wellbeing of the elderly population.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Geriatric Pharmacy (Cert Geriatric Pharmacy)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2201134
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Geriatric Pharmacy (Cert Geriatric Pharmacy) , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201134-1 |
Introduction to Geriatric Pharmacy |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201134-2 |
Anatomy, Physiology, and Common Age-Related Conditions |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201134-3 |
Medication Management and Dispensing |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201134-4 |
Clinical Pharmacology for Older Adults |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201134-5 |
Communication and Patient Care in Geriatric Pharmacy |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201134-6 |
Professional Practice, CPD, and Quality Assurance |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Introduction to Medication Safety
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the principles, scope, and importance of medication safety in healthcare and pharmaceutical settings
- Describe key concepts and objectives of safe medication practices
- Analyse the impact of medication safety on patient care and organisational outcomes
Unit 2: Quality Assurance in Medication Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance frameworks and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Apply auditing and continuous improvement processes to medication management
- Evaluate methods for maintaining high standards of quality in healthcare and pharmacy practice
Unit 3: Risk Management and Error Prevention
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Identify potential risks and hazards in medication processes
- Apply strategies to prevent medication errors and adverse events
- Analyse the effectiveness of risk management techniques in promoting patient safety
Unit 4: Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain relevant legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements in medication safety
- Apply best practices in compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) and other standards
- Evaluate the role of regulatory frameworks in ensuring safe and effective medication management
Unit 5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Incident Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Monitor medication processes to ensure safety and compliance
- Accurately document and report incidents, errors, and adverse events
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve safety and quality outcomes
Unit 6: Professional Development and CPD in Medication Safety
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Reflect on personal practice to identify areas for professional growth in medication safety
- Develop a plan for continuous professional development (CPD)
- Apply ethical principles and professional standards in decision-making related to medication safety
This course is specifically designed for professionals working in healthcare and pharmacy who wish to enhance their skills in geriatric care. It is suitable for:
- Pharmacy assistants, technicians, and practitioners seeking specialised knowledge in geriatric pharmacy.
- Healthcare professionals working in care homes, hospitals, or community settings with elderly patients.
- Professionals involved in dispensing, monitoring, and managing medications for older adults.
- Individuals aiming to improve patient outcomes and safety in elderly care through evidence-based pharmacy practices.
- Learners committed to advancing their career prospects and achieving Continuing Professional Development (CPD) goals.
- Professionals looking to gain a recognised Level 3 qualification that demonstrates expertise in geriatric pharmacy.
This course is ideal for anyone passionate about enhancing the quality of care for elderly patients while developing their professional knowledge and practical skills in pharmacy practice.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Geriatric Pharmacy must meet the following requirements to ensure high-quality training and learner success:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ trainers and assessors who are qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable in pharmacy practice and geriatric care.
- Adequate Learning Resources: Centres should provide all necessary learning materials, including course guides, textbooks, digital resources, and access to relevant clinical or practical settings.
- Safe and Suitable Learning Environment: Training facilities must be safe, accessible, and appropriately equipped for theoretical and practical sessions.
- Assessment and Feedback Systems: Centres must implement robust assessment procedures, including formative and summative assessments, and provide timely, constructive feedback to learners.
- Support for Learners: Centres should offer guidance and support to learners throughout the course, including help with study planning, practical exercises, and understanding learning outcomes.
- Quality Assurance and CPD Alignment: Centres must adhere to quality assurance procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and support learners’ ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Technology and Infrastructure: Centres must have access to relevant digital tools, e-learning platforms, and software necessary to facilitate modern learning and assessment practices.
Meeting these requirements ensures that learners receive high-quality education, gain the practical skills needed for geriatric pharmacy, and successfully achieve their Level 3 qualification.
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.
