Independent prescribing programme: Application to request approval of an increase in student numbers

Introduction

Accreditation of independent prescribing programmes is granted based on the student numbers and number of cohorts described at the accreditation event. The GPhC accreditation team review the full course provision including staffing and resources to inform their decision on whether the programme can support the numbers planned.

We recognise that during the three year accreditation cycle, programmesmay wish to increase their intake in response to both internal and external factors. Under the standing conditions of accreditation, any increase in student numbers must be notified to the GPhC and approved by an accreditation team.

In order to approve a request to increase numbers, the accreditation team will require information about the planned increase, together with details of how the university intends to manage the additional numbers.

We have created this short application form for providers who wish to request approval of an increase in student numbers.

Application to request approval of an increase in student numbers

Please complete the table below providing as much relevant information as possible.

Name of programme provider
Contact name
Job title
Address
Telephone
Email
Date of proposed new intake or larger cohort
Rationale for increasing numbers
Current and projected numbers and cohorts (including how many places for pharmacists)
How you will manage the increase in numbers including information about resources such as additional staff or facilities required
Any changes to delivery
Any other relevant information

Submitting to the GPhC

Once completed, please submit your request to:

We will acknowledge receipt of your request and advise you of indicative timescales for an accreditation team to review your proposal. This usually takes up to three weeks. We will then advise you of the outcome. Should the accreditation team require any further information before reaching their decision, we will contact you directly to request this.

If you have any queries regarding this process, please do not hesitate to contact us on the email address above.