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Dispensary Technician Courses in Rockingham

A Dispensary Technician prepares medications under a pharmacist's supervision, ensuring accuracy in prescriptions and maintaining stock levels.

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      This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.

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  • This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Dispensary Technician in Rockingham?

Get qualified to work as a Dispensary Technician with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Dispensary Technician generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this field has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 5,600 people employed as a Dispensary Technician in Australia compared to 4,600 five years ago. Dispensary Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as a Dispensary Technician interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary. You’ll learn to accurately prepare medicines and assist patients with prescriptions. This course also covers customer service, retail skills and infection control.

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Dispensary Technician careers

Are you interested in starting a fulfilling career in the healthcare sector? Enrol in one of the many Dispensary Technician courses in Rockingham today! With a growing demand for skilled professionals in community pharmacies, this career path offers several exciting opportunities. Beginners can choose from courses such as Support the Supply of Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines SIRCIND002 and the Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116. These courses are designed to provide you with essential skills and knowledge, giving you a competitive edge in the workforce.

If you already possess experience or qualifications, you might consider advancing your career with our popular advanced offerings like the Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing HLT47815 or the Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy SIR40216. With several local training providers in Rockingham, such as GTA and The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, you can easily access high-quality education tailored to your career ambitions.

Upon completing your training, various career pathways will open up, such as becoming a Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Assistant, or even a Community Pharmacist. Exploring job roles in Rockingham, such as Pharmacy Sales Assistant or Clinical Research Coordinator, can also enrich your career experience. Take the first step towards a rewarding profession by exploring the Dispensary Technician courses in Rockingham today!