Hours of learning: 5.5

Tutor(s) Ms Nikki Robinson, Accredited PIP Aseptic Checking Technician, SHSCTMs Claire Ward, Medicines Information Pharmacist, Southern Trust.

Aim
To facilitate hospital pharmacy technicians to become accredited pre and in-process aseptic checking technicians in line with the National Framework.

Intended learning outcomes
Having completed this workshop you should be able to:

• list the stages of the pre and in-process course and explain how the assessment documentation should be used
• describe the legal requirements for aseptic preparation of medicinal products
• discuss the legal and ethical implications of accredited checking
• identify factors that contribute to errors and suggest and implement methods to overcome these
• work within the boundaries of your competence and make appropriate referrals
• demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
• undertake pre and in-process checks within the specified local parameters

For whom
Pharmacy technicians who wish to become accredited pre and in-process aseptic checking technicians. Applicants for this programme must meet the following criteria:

• have the relevant experience in aseptic dispensing (six months aseptic preparation/licensed manufacturing experience in their current aseptic unit within the twelve months prior to commencing this programme)
• have demonstrated the ability to aseptically prepare accurately according to locally approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• have an allocated work based mentor who has attended or who intends to attend an appropriate mentoring training workshop
• have the support of the Aseptic Lead Pharmacist within their Trust.