Pharmacy Learnerships work requires dedication as it is the part of science that deals with the collection, preparation, as well as the regulation of drugs. Pharmacists are in control of storing and providing the right dose of medicine to patients as prescribed by a doctor. They also give patients dosage instructions for both over the counter and prescribed medicine.
Pharmacists are not only able to work in traditional pharmacies but are also found working in retail and hospital pharmacies. Some pharmacists prefer to do consultancy work, drug research, and development or work at a university, frail care and managed care or in the Armed services. With today?s technological advancements we also see more internet companies, clinics, and public health services employ pharmacists.
A pharmacist is known to be one of the easiest available occupations in the health care industry to those with the right degrees. A pharmacist is not only there to provide medication but also gives guidance and support to those who need it. It is a rewarding profession and seen as the utmost confidential profession throughout the world.
Pharmacy Learnerships Available
All learnerships in this field are within the medical field, in a pharmacy. These pharmacies are located as stand-alone businesses, part of a shop, hospital, clinic or community center.
Career fields:
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacist Assistant
Pharmacist
Most learnerships offered by companies in this field are for a one-year duration. The successful candidate will receive a monthly stipend, however, transport, accommodation, and meals will be their own responsibility.
Companies offering Pharmacy Learnerships
Netcare
Clicks
Dis-Chem
Shoprite Group
Medipost Pharmacy
FPD Ships
MediRite
Department of Health North West
Department of Health Polokwane
Department of Health Kwa Zulu Natal
Pharmacy Learnerships Requirements
Most companies will have the basic regulations as listed here below. Nonetheless, candidates must ensure that they meet all and any requirements as stipulated by the company they are applying to.
Basic requirements are:
Candidates must be a citizen of South Africa with a valid ID book or card
Applicants must hold a Grade 12 certificate
All applicants must be skilled in the English language
Applicants must be computer knowledgeable
All applicant must be willing to do a psychometric test and health assessment
Candidates must be presentable and detail orientated
Applicants must have a diploma or degree in the field applying to
An interview will be set-up with the selected applicants. Applicants must also include a CV, all academic results, recommendation letters and reference letters if they have. If your application is selected, the company will contact you for further tests and an interview.
