Gateway Training Academy
Certificate III in Community Pharmacy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The SIR30116 Certificate III in Community Pharmacy provides the competencies required by skilled pharmacy assistants who use a sound knowledge of a broad range of pharmacy products and health care support services. Individuals in this role may also assist with a limited range of dispensary activities and providing technical advice and support to team members. The SIR30116 Certificate III in Community Pharmacy is designed to build and develop the skills and knowledge and improve overall workplace efficiency.
Government Funding
Available to eligible students under the Jobs & Skills WA Program.
Delivery mode
Gateway Training Academy offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
This course is also available via virtual delivery, with live, scheduled classes that replicate a face-to-face learning experience. Please note that this delivery option has a longer duration, taking up to 7 months to complete.
The virtual version of this course is offered in the Perth Metro area but also 3 regional areas:
- Bunbury
- Busselton
- Albany
- 228 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, WA
- Ground Floor 1 Walters Drive Osborne Park, WA
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy will prepare you for the following roles.
Pharmacy Technician
A Pharmacy Technician assists with the filling of customer prescriptions at a pharmacy. You’ll work under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist...
Pharmacy Assistant
A Pharmacy Assistant performs a range of duties at a pharmacy. You might help customers with enquiries and advice and process retail sales. Pharmac...
Pharmacy Sales Assistant
A Pharmacy Sales Assistant processes retail sales in a pharmacy. You might receive prescriptions from customers and provide advice on non-prescript...
Dispensary Technician
A Dispensary Technician helps to prepare medications at a pharmacy. You’ll be supervised by a qualified pharmacist as you process prescriptions for...
Pharmacy Manager
Pharmacy Managers are registered Pharmacists who manage the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy business while overseeing the quality and complianc...
Retail Assistant
A Retail Assistant helps customers in a retail environment such as a small shop or large department store. You might assist with enquiries, provide...
Customer Service Officer
Customer Service Officers work at call or contact centres managing small teams and interacting with customers. They often work as an extension of t...
About Gateway Training Academy
Gateway is a Registered Training Organisation with over ten years of experience providing traineeships in a variety of industries, including but not limited to manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, business and community services, all over Australia.
