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From Architecture to Pharmacy: Tariq’s Journey to Becoming a Pharmacy Technician

Tariq’s journey into pharmacy wasn’t something he had planned. His initial career path was in architecture, but alongside his studies, he worked in a pharmacy. What began as a voluntary role soon turned into a paid position.

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Apprentices Supported to Succeed at Knights Pharmacy

Knights Pharmacy supports their apprentices, each with unique backgrounds and goals, who are all thriving in their roles thanks to the combined support of their employer and Skills4Pharmacy.

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Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Confidence in Learning

Donna, a mature student, overcame math anxiety and gained crucial qualifications through Skills4Pharmacy's support, balancing work and studies to advance her pharmacy career.

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Skills4Pharmacy Empowers Pharmacies in England with Over £1 Million in Levy Transfer Funding

Skills4Pharmacy works with large employers paying the apprenticeship levy who have the option to transfer up to 50% of their annual levy funds to other businesses, supporting pharmacy apprenticeship training and assessment.

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Megan’s journey to becoming a Pharmacy Technician

Megan thrived in her Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship, gaining key skills and confidence with crucial tutor support, inspiring her to potentially tutor future pharmacy professionals.

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Elmwood & Collins Healthcare

Elmwood & Collins Healthcare is so proud of the apprentices in their Pharmacies. The apprenticeship programme has been a huge success for their 8-branch Pharmacy business and has now had around 25 apprentices past and present.

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From Pharmacy Apprentice to Educator

Lakshmi progressed from a pharmacy apprentice to a Skills4Pharmacy course lead, driven by her passion for helping others. She credits apprenticeships for her growth and aims for a management role, highlighting the value of on-the-job learning.

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Shalini’s Story: A New Pathway in Pharmacy

Shalini, with no prior pharmacy experience, found her passion through an apprenticeship, thriving with Skills4Pharmacy's support and aiming to become a trainer.

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Building a Career Through a Business Administration Apprenticeship

Jess thrives in a Business Administration apprenticeship, gaining practical skills and career growth at Skills4Pharmacy, and recommends apprenticeships for learning and advancement.

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