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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Diploma: Dispensing: Nursing Practitioners

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
21219	Diploma: Dispensing: Nursing Practitioners
ORIGINATOR
Health Science Academy (Pty) Ltd
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National Diploma	Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Preventive Health
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		SAQA 1337/01	2003-07-01	2006-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30		2011-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The graduate of this programme will have acquired and developed the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to equip him/her adequately for dispensing. The educational intention is to facilitate adult learning principles in order to develop a reflective caring, responsible health care professional, functioning within the legal and ethical framework of the Nursing profession.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners who register for this qualification will have literacy and communication skills and mathematical/calculation skills at NQF Level 4 and must be registered as nurses with the South African Nursing Council as prescribed in the Health Professions Act Recognition of prior learning: This qualification may be achieved in whole or in part through the recognition of prior learning

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

Y

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

a). Critical cross-field outcomes: Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made Work effectively with others as a member of the team or group Organise and manage one self and one's activities responsibly and effectively Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills, either orally or written Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and the health of others Demonstrate understanding of the world as a set of related systems Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large b). Specific outcomes: Module 1. Pharmacy/Nursing Practice, Ethics & Law Understand the objects of the South African Pharmacy Council Identify ways in which south African Pharmacy council carries out its objectives Explain the requirements for registration as a dispensing health care professional Understand the scope of practice of a health care professional Explain the contribution that a dispensing health care professional can make to providing good pharmaceutical service Explain the importance of a code of ethics Have some insight into the ethical issues that face dispensing Evaluate specific situations in terms of ethical principles Describe the guidelines for pharmacy facilities Evaluate the facility within which he/she works in terms of these guidelines Analyse simple patient information leaflets Compare the information in consumer articles, dealing with medicine use with that in a package insert Identify the information from package inserts which must be given to patients Explain the conditions of supply of schedules substances Describe the legal requirements with regard to the storage conditions Explain the procedure for maintaining original prescriptions in the pharmacy in which he/she works Identify the information that should be cept in drug registers Describe the requirements for a 'legal prescription' Module 2. Pharmacology: Verify prescription with patient profile to ensure optimal use of medication Provide drugs, instructions and advice on the use of the prescribed medicine Provide information to patients to encourage compliance with the recommended therapy regimes Module 3. Pharmaceutics: Read and evaluate the prescription Communicate with the prescriber where necessary Obtain patient profile Interpret the prescription Verify prescription with patient profile to ensure the optimal use of medicines Prepare the prescription Maintain record Module 4. Drug Supply Management Store finished products Monitor and maintain stock Order finished products Receive finished products Pack finished product orders Dispatch and transport finished products Handle returned goods

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Critical cross-field assessment: Solve problems by means of exploring and critically evaluate abstract and personal situations Solve problems by generating alternative strategies for dealing with those problems Demonstrate organisation and management skills and effective communication with others Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Show the use of science and technology effectively and critically Module 1. Describe examples of ways in which the council meets it's objectives Explain the criteria and process for registration as a dispensing health care worker Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the scope of practice of a dispensing health care professional Explain the contribution which a dispensing health care professional can make to the provision of pharmaceutical services Explain the importance of a code of ethics Evaluate specific situations in terms of ethical principles Evaluate the facility within which dispensing is carried out Suggest corrective action where deemed necessary Interpret patient information leaflet Assess general consumer information on the use of medicines Identify information that must be provided to a patient with regard to unscheduled and scheduled medicine use Explain the conditions of sale of schedule 1 to 7 medicines Compare a dispensing health care professional's scope of practice and the conditions of the sale of scheduled substances Demonstrate the requirements for storage of thermo labile and photosensitive medicines Identify storage conditions of hazardous substances Explain and demonstrate record keeping procedures of schedule 1 to 7 medicines Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of minimum requirements of a prescription Demonstrate the disposal of expired medicines Module 2. Assess the prescription to ensure optimal use of medicines in terms of: Therapeutic aspects Appropriateness for the individual Social, legal and economic aspects Decide on the need for referral back to the prescriber Demonstrate sensitivity for alternative customs and approaches to health care Hand the medicine to the patient in a professional and ethical manner Communicate in a manner that demonstrates sensitivity for alternative customs and approaches to health care Provide the patient with instructions on the safe and efficacious use of medicines Provide additional instructions, using instructional aids where appropriate Demonstrate the correct method of administration of the medicine where appropriate Establish what the patient already knows about the medicine and the need for information Formulate an instruction and information plan according to the needs of the patient to ensure the safe and efficacious use of medicines Request feedback from the patient to confirm understanding of the information provided Module 3. Verify the authenticity and validity of the prescription Verify patient and prescriber information according to legal requirements Ensure completeness of prescription information Identify prescription anomalies that may prevent dispensing Assist the patient in resolving identified anomalies where possible or communicate with the prescriber where appropriate Contact the prescribaer and communicate identified anomalies clearly, accurately and professionally Work out an alternative plan of action with the prescriber and/or patient that resolves the identified anomalies Access patient profile or obtain necessary information required to produce a patient prescription Obtain personal medication and clinical information from the patient, their care giver or prescriber Review the patient's medication history Read and interpret the prescriber's instructions correctly Interpret suitability of the prescribed items according to item descriptors Interpret specific instructions from the prescriber Verify the prescribed medication with the patient medication history Acquire and document relevant information from accepted sources according to good dispensing practice and legal requirements Identify generic substitutes for the issuing of prescription items according to legal requirements Prepare prescription items according to legal requirements Apply pharmaceutical principles and techniques to the preparation of the prescription Maintain the necessary legal and professional records according to regulatory requirements Module 4. Maintain warehouse maps Store products to ensure safety with special regard to hazardous products Comply with the security procedures in terms of in-store security Store according to a logical auditable system Ensure that products are correctly and neatly stored Monitor proper storage conditions Maintain hygienic conditions at all times Ensure that stock records are correct and up to date Manage irregularities and deviations in terms of security and storage conditions Comply with correct storage conditions Comply with legal requirements Check the working stock levels according to standard operating procedures Check the stock on a regular basis for dated or slow moving items Prepare stock taking documentation according to standard operating procedures Count stock accurately Complete documentation and reports accurately Rotate stock appropriately Control the quality of the stock by visual inspection Handle expired or damaged stock for return, according to standard operating procedure Maintain batch tractability of products Monitor storage conditions according to standard operating procedure Select stock items to be ordered Calculate order quantities Source supplier according to standard procurement policy Place order according to standard operating procedure Reconcile the order with the budget allocation Accept finished products and ensure that documentation and delivery is correct according to standard operating procedures Verify quantities and condition of products as indicated in documentation Maintain cold chain where appropriate Capture data of received goods Maintain batch tractability Transfer stock to allocated bins under correct storage conditions Reconcile statements, invoices and orders Complete documents and file according to standard operating procedures Check incoming orders for validity and compliance with legal requirements Select or pick products according to orders Pack product to minimise breakages Pack product to maintain integrity, cold chain and security Pack products to ensure safety Ensure that labelling and delivery information is accurate Ensure that orders are complete and according to packing instructions Verify that delivery information is correct on parcels Verify that route sheets and other delivery documentation is accurate and reflects the actual goods to be delivered Adhere to security requirements and ensure that goods are signed over to courier/drivers Verify that packaging is intact and that cold chain maintained Verify that medicine registers are complete where appropriate Receive returned products and place them in designated area according to standard operating procedures Inspect according to standard operating procedures Complete documentation Dispose of returned products, or return to stock according to standard operating procedure Integrated assessment: Assessment in the programme is based on integrated and continuing assessment with due consideration of the following principles: Learning is best achieved when the learner is able to see the relevance of the concept Learning is improved through reflective practice where the learner is given the opportunity to apply concepts and reflect on what has been learnt Learning is enhanced if the learner is provided with the opportunity for regular assessment, which informs his/her learning Small group discussion is an important feature of learning since it enables the learner to express doubts and build-up confidence in a non-threatening environment Learners acquire insight into the assessment criteria which are considered important when asked to undertake their own assessment and the assessment of peers Assessment takes place through the assessment of the relevant unit standards and through assignments, with emphasis on continuous assessment during the learning programme Assessment entails 3 elements: Formal end of course assessment Continuing formal assessment Continuing informal assessment Formative and summative: Formative and summative assessment are integrated The following quality assurance procedures form part of the overall evaluation and accreditation system: Internal assessors, examiners and moderators External assessors, examiners and moderators Accreditation requirements and guidelines of the South African Pharmacy Council Requirements and guidelines of the further education and training quality assurance bodies (SAQA requirements) An internal review as part of Health Science Academy's quality assurance systems

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Horizontal: Candidates may receive exemption for some credits in other NQF Level 5 health related professional programmes

MODERATION OPTIONS

A system of internal and external moderators will be used. These will be drawn from suitably qualified staff members of the Health Science Academy and from Potchefstroom University for CHE. Where professional or statutory bodies are involved in determining the curriculum, they will also be involved in moderation

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Our own staff will be used as assessors in a manner accommodated within the quality management system of our training institution. This would apply as well to outside assessors who may be contracted for their specific expertise in certain fields

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.