CPPE: Preparing to train as an independent prescriber

Written by AlisonFreemantle on Wednesday 16th August 2023

New training programme launches on the 12th September

Register your interest ahead of the launch date.

CPPE are launching a new learning programme, Preparing to train as an independent prescriber. This programme aims to build the confidence and competence of pharmacists who are planning to apply and train as independent prescribers and is open to pharmacists from all sectors of practice, including community pharmacists who are planning to commence their independent prescriber training with a Higher Education Institute (HEI).

The course is made up of four main components, including a self-directed e-course and self-assessment framework, a mandatory online workshop to support you to review your self-assessment of competencies, an optional online workshop to support your readiness for academic writing and reflective practice, and optional peer support sessions, providing the opportunity for you to develop your professional network and establish communities of practice. 

Its aim is to help pharmacists prepare an application and prepare themselves for prescribing training by helping them to understand what it means to be a prescriber, considerations when choosing a course, how they can demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills and plan for the study and supervised practice requirements of the course.

Preparing to train as an independent prescriber is scheduled to launch on 12th September and information about it can be found on the CPPE website: