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Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers (IP) – We Need You!
Calling all community pharmacy independent prescribers – We Need You!
Preparation for Independent Prescribing
Our colleagues at NES have shared this useful information for any CPs starting their IP Training or planning to undertake their IP Training in the future.
CP - IPs Consultation and Clinical Skills Certificates
CP IPs and trainees can check certificate details on TURAS. Details on the attachment below.
WhatsApp and Online Groups for IPs and IP Trainees
There are two groups available for IPs/IP Trainees, hosted by CPS. These are mainly for sharing information/asking questions/getting to know the other IPs and IP Trainees in practice in Scotland.
PCA(P)(2020)25 - AHP Prescribers and Prescription Stationery
This Circular provides updated advice to community pharmacy contractors about the prescription stationery being used by Allied Health Professionals independent prescribers and which may be received in community pharmacies for dispensing.
PCA(P)(2020)16 - Independent Prescribing Service
This circular informs NHS Boards and community pharmacy contractors of the intention to establish a combined National Foundation Programme and Independent Prescriber (IP) Career Pathway for community pharmacists.
PCA(P)(2019)11 - Community Pharmacist Supplementary and Independent Prescribing Clinics: Funding Arrangements for 2019-20
This Circular informs NHS Boards and community pharmacy contractors of the funding available for Community Pharmacist Supplementary and Independent Prescribing Clinics in 2019-20.