Applications for Post Registration Foundation Training for Pharmacists Qualifying in August 2026.
Published: 24th September 2026
The Post-Registration Programme for Pharmacists (Scotland) is a supported programme aligned to the RCPharm Enhanced curriculum. The audience is all newly qualified pharmacists regardless of prescribing status.
Funding for these courses has been confirmed. Any pharmacists qualifying in August 2026, who would like to register for the course need to do so by September 30th 2026.
In community pharmacy the programme timeline runs for 12 months. There is flexibility in submitting for assessment with learners being able to submit for the clinical credential (domains 1 and 2) or the full enhanced credential (domains 1-5). PSDS ask that learners inform at the point of registration of their intention for assessment submission and inform PSDS of their Educational Supervisor's name. Employers should discuss with learners the pattern for release of 15 hours per month to develop evidence and attend educational sessions.
The deadline for applications to this programme has been extended to 30th September.
See Programme Flyer here including the registration link Programme for Pharmacists early in their career | NHS Education
Please read the next article for updated information on Post Registration Foundation Training for other pharmacist groups, and for community pharmacist independent prescriber training.
This information was correct at the time of publication. Policy and guidance can change, so please check our latest news for the current position. For anything else, please contact enquiries@cps.scot
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The programme is open to all newly qualified pharmacists, regardless of whether they have a prescribing qualification.
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Applications must be submitted by 30 September 2026.
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Community pharmacy learners can choose to submit for either the clinical credential covering domains 1 and 2, or the full enhanced credential covering domains 1 to 5.
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Employers should discuss arrangements for releasing learners for approximately 15 hours each month to develop evidence and attend educational sessions as part of the programme.
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