Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy

The course should equip registered pharmacists with the fundamental knowledge and skills to enhance career opportunities as a clinical or consultant (medication review) pharmacist.

Professional recognition

Within Australia and overseas, postgraduate education in Clinical Pharmacy is often considered preferable for senior clinical positions.

Higher education

An AQF Bachelor level degree in Pharmacy from UTAS or another university or tertiary institution that is deemed equivalent. PLUS Evidence of current AHPRA registration under the General Registration Type for the profession of Pharmacist, without conditions or notations is required.  

NOTE: Admissions to confirm registration on the AHPRA register and refer any applicants with conditions or notations to UTAS for review.

Work and Life

Appropriate post registration work experience of at least 1 year will also be normally considered as a requirement for acceptance into this program. PLUS Employment details or a personal statement in eApplication, or a CV or Resume which indicates appropriate post registration work experience of at least 1 year.

* Length of time registered as a Pharmacist can be located on the AHPRA registration page.

The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here.

This course provides an opportunity for registered pharmacists, particularly those from rural and remote areas, to develop clinical pharmacy skills and qualifications in clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice research by offering a flexible education program delivered online.

The course will provide a formal training program for pharmacists to provide clinical services. Online delivery will enable access by pharmacists from overseas, as well as from rural and remote areas of Australia. The course will support pharmacists in becoming accredited to conduct medication reviews, and enhance their role as a member of the health care team. It will develop their ability to communicate effectively with other health professionals and patients. The course also aims to provide a pathway towards a Research Higher Degree.

Recommended Study Pattern

For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended. If students are undertaking part-time study, we recommend that students complete all first year compulsory subjects prior to completing elective subjects to maximise success.

Year 1. 4 subjects in first year including:

• 1 core subject:
  • TAS-CSA721 Introduction to Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice
• 3 subjects of the following electives:
  • TAS-CSA722 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics in Cardiovascular Diseases
  • TAS-CSA723 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics in Respiratory and Renal Diseases
  • TAS-CSA724 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics in Infectious Diseases
  • TAS-CSA725 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics in Endocrinology, Rheumatology and Oncology Care
  • TAS-CSA726 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics in Psychiatric and Neurological Disorders

Award Requirements

Satisfactory completion of 4 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 1.5 years from commencement.