I’m ready to enrol, what next?
If you want a high-value Intern Training Program that delivers challenging content in a flexible and supportive learning environment and provides a range of optional educational extras with a variety of payment options, then there’s no time to waste – the College ITP is for you!
With an online form and straight-forward process, there’s nothing stopping you from enrolling right now!
Simply follow this 4-step process!
To join the College Intern Training Program (ITP), follow these steps:
- Apply for provisional registration and ensure your practice site and preceptor are approved by AHPRA.
- Once approved, enrol online at www.internpharmacist.com.au/enrol.
- After submitting your form, you’ll receive an enrolment email outlining the next steps.
- Once your enrolment is processed, you’ll receive access to your online learner portal when your cohort commences. If your cohort has already started, access will be provided within two business days.
How long do I have to finish the course requirements?
Successful enrolment in the College Intern Training Program provides access to the Program for two years from the course commencement date. Time required to complete the program beyond this is available via an extension with associated fee.
I am a bit worried about my intern exams. How does the College help me to prepare?
The College ITP provides interns with a number of opportunities to prepare for both the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) written examination and the Pharmacy Board of Australia (PBA) oral examination. Choose the College ITP and receive the following in exam preparation support:
- Exclusive College intern only MCQ practice exam modules to help you prepare for the APC written exam.
- ‘Mock written examination’ exercises in workshops, to provide you with the necessary hints, tips and strategies for success!
- Dedicated exam preparation workshop day– fully interactive with case scenarios and discussions on the key areas of the oral and written exams.
- Written assignments as part of the College ITP provide targeted written and oral exam preparation.
- Support and friendly advice from our highly accessible College clinical tutors.
I want to know more about the College ITP workshops, what do they entail?
The College ITP workshops are an integral part of the College training experience, allowing interns an opportunity to meet with peers and learn in an interactive group environment.
The College ITP comprises of two workshops which are spaced strategically throughout the year, so that they may assist you in preparing for your written and oral exams.
For convenience, workshops are held face to face in all states and territories as well as online. Multiple workshop options are available in capital cities to allow for smaller class sizes and increased interactivity.
A summary of the College ITP workshops can be found HERE.
Does the College ITP offer flexible payment options?
Yes! The College ITP understands the financial pressures that interns face when embarking on full-time careers. The College ITP provides interns with a payment plan option, so you can pay over time.
Option 1: Single payment of $1899
Option 2: 6 Monthly instalments of $316.50
Does my preceptor receive any additional support if I take part in the College ITP?
Yes! Your preceptor is automatically provided with:
- A comprehensive College ITP preceptor manual which details the program in its entirety, including useful recommendations and advice.
- FREE access to four (4) x APC accredited CPD online educational modules to support preceptors in their role of effectively mentoring intern pharmacists.
- Phone and email support from College ITP Pharmacist tutors
View our Preceptor page
If Pharmacists would like to know any more about becoming a preceptor please refer to the Pharmacy Board of Australia website.
I am an overseas trained pharmacist. Can I enrol in the College ITP?
Yes! Once an overseas trained Pharmacist has completed the relevant APC requirements and has an approved supervised practice site and provisional registration with AHPRA they can commence the College ITP.
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You can receive $199 discount off the College ITP when you enrol into the College’s Foundations of Australian Community Pharmacy Course.
Where are the workshops held?
For convenience, the College ITP workshops are held virtually or in person and accessible in most states and territories. Multiple workshop options are available in capital cities to allow for smaller class sizes and increased interactivity. Find out more.
Do I need to get professional indemnity insurance as an intern? And if so, how much does it cost?
Yes, it is an AHPRA requirement that all intern pharmacists have Professional Indemnity Insurance.
The good news is, you can access this insurance for FREE through PDL insurance. See their website for more information http://pdl.org.au/membership/#membership-pricing
When does the course commence annually?
The College ITP program offers a flexible course structure with written components that can be completed at your own pace.
- FEBRUARY INTAKE – Commences 1st week of February annually
- MID-YEAR INTAKE – Commences 1st week of August annually
Enrolments are open year round. If you have any questions please contact us at info@internpharmacist.com.au or 1300 110 161.
My provisional registration is not yet approved; can I still enrol in the College ITP?
No, interns are required to hold provisional registration and have both an approved Preceptor and worksite to enrol in the College Intern Training Program.
I’ve enrolled into the College ITP but I want to postpone my enrolment.
If you wish to make changes to your enrolment, you must contact the College ITP Team to discuss your options. All deferrals and withdrawals are handled on a case-by-case basis and are subject to approval from the National ITP Manager. Please note that administration fees may apply.
Can I request reasonable adjustments for a workshop if I have a disability, cultural requirements, or personal circumstance?
We’re committed to providing an inclusive learning environment for all learners and may be able to apply reasonable adjustments to support learners with disability, cultural requirements and personal circumstances.
We encourage workshop attendees to disclose this information to us when registering ahead of the workshop to allow us to consider arrangements to support your learning.
This information will be used only to inform potential reasonable adjustments and will be handled in line with privacy obligations.
It is expected that all interns will attend compulsory workshops in an appropriate learning environment and actively participate to be approved for recording the applicable supervised practice hours. This will be guided at the discretion of the Clinical Tutor facilitating the workshop.