Our colleagues at NES are keen to support individuals develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to undertake the role of designated prescribing practitioner. In doing so, NES have recently developed a DPP Competency Framework Self-Assessment Tool which may be useful to those considering their suitability for the role.

With Adam in the policy office now working one day a week in the DPDP programme, CPS are now closer to the action and helping the team understand the dispenser point of view so that the paperless prescription system that is designed works for you.

The Robert Gordon University Designated Prescribing Practitioner handbook and application form is available to download on the RGU page

Many changes, both professionally and regulatory, will require an increased number of Pharmacist Independent Prescribers in Scotland.