Product Approval Underpinning Knowledge Resources for Pharmacists

Programme Details

Duration

12 months

Programme Director(s)

Costs

Non-PWDS Affiliated Trust

£145

PWDS Affiliated Trust

£145

Funded Places

No funded places available for this programme.

Programme Introduction

The Product Approval Underpinning Knowledge Resources for Pharmacist’s package has been developed to provide the underpinning knowledge and practical activities for pharmacists who will be undertaking the task of Product Approval within aseptic services.

This resource aims to:

  • Provide pharmacist working within aseptic services with knowledge to be able to confidently and competently undertake Product Approval within specified local parameters, to ensure patient safety and product quality
  • Encourage best practice
  • Provide knowledge for continuing professional practice and accountability within pharmacy services
  • Support appropriate skill-mix within pharmacy departments
  • Reduce overall error rates

Entry Criteria

The following prerequistes must be met before application

The resources are available to pharmacist and trainee pharmacist applicants from unlicensed units across the United Kingdom.

 

Programme Features

The Product Approval Underpinning Knowledge (PAUK) Resources for Pharmacists includes:

  • Underpinning knowledge resources
  • Practical activities
  • Access to online Product Approval Induction Day to build on knowledge gained

The resources handbook gives further details about structure and contents, and can be accessed from this site after registration for the package.

The resources relate to Product Approval within pharmacy technical services. Local standard operating procedures should be in place to support the Product Approval role and Good Manufacturing Practice & Quality Assurance systems should be in place and adhered to.

Programme Description

Method of Delivery

  • Self-Directed Learning
  • Practical Activities
  • Virtual Product Approval Induction Day

Method of Assessment

  • Local professional discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about this Programme

General FAQs

Answers to most common applications for each stage of the Programme process can be found on our dedicated Frequently Asked Questions page and is usually the quickest and easiest way to resolve most enquiries.

Please ensure you check this page before submitting a contact enquiry. 

Contact

Programme Director

For general enquiries or in case of Programme Director absence:

Email: pwds@uhbw.nhs.uk

Telephone: 0117 342 6677

Enrolment

Step One

Application for the Product Approval - Underpinning Knowledge Resources for Pharmacists

Please click the application button below to apply for the Product Approval – Underpinning Knowledge Resources for Pharmacists. Once you have received your acceptance email and login details for the resources please apply for a Induction Day that is most suitable for you.

Step Two

Application for Virtual PAAP Induction

Please only apply for online induction if you have received confirmation that you have been accepted onto the PAAP programme. The online induction will enable trainees to attend the day remotely via virtual classroom. Details of how to access the event will be sent out to you once your application has been processed.
  • PAAP - Induction - October 12, 2026 - 9:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • PAAP - Induction - December 14, 2026 - 9:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • PAAP - Induction - February 8, 2027 - 9:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • PAAP - Induction - April 5, 2027 - 9:45 am - 4:45 pm

You must be enrolled on this programme to apply for this step

Programme Resources

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