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From aspiration
to action: Lucy
Morris
Starting my journey to Patient Services
becoming an Independent Manager at Numark.
Prescriber – Part 2
Becoming an independent prescriber One of the standout aspects of the
is an exciting next chapter in my program is the wide range of resources
career but making the right decision available. These tools make it much
about where to study was important easier to structure my learning and fit
to me. After receiving offers from self-study into my routine, no matter
three universities, I spent time where I am.
considering how the courses fit with Planning and growth
my work commitments and personal
needs. Each had strong points, but A big focus for me right now is working
ultimately, I chose the University of through the Royal Pharmaceutical
Wolverhampton—and so far, I feel Society (RPS) competency framework
confident that it’s the right fit. for prescribers. This framework is
Finding the right balance helping me develop my personal
development plan and set clear goals.
For me, balancing work and study was It’s also a valuable guide to making my
a key factor in my decision. While I DPP contact days as productive as
wanted some face-to-face learning possible.
to make the most of the experience, Reflecting on the experience
I needed to choose a course with
manageable on-campus requirements. I’m at the beginning of this journey, but
Wolverhampton’s structure worked I’m already seeing how rewarding it can
well, with six mandatory campus days be. Choosing the right university, finding
throughout the program. balance, and leaning on resources and
I’ve already attended two of these support networks are all helping me
navigate this new challenge.
campus days, and the group dynamic
has been fantastic. Everyone is friendly For anyone thinking about becoming
and engaged, and while I was initially an independent prescriber, my advice
a bit apprehensive about returning is simple: take time to explore which
to education as one of the older course works best for you, and give
ones, those fears quickly faded. The yourself space to grow. It’s okay to feel
supportive environment has made nervous, returning to education is a big
all the difference. As the role of the leap. But with the right planning and
pharmacist continues to evolve, it’s support, you’ll be amazed at what you
clear we’re all eager to develop the skills can achieve.
needed to deliver patient care in new, Good luck to anyone
meaningful ways. embarking on this journey—
Building confidence in the you’ve got this!
journey ahead
We will be keeping you up with how Lucy
Having started the course, I now and Kenny’s journey to becoming IP’s
have a clearer understanding of develops, so watch this space for more
the assignments, deadlines, and honest and informative insights.
OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical
Examination) dates. While the thought
of OSCEs makes me a little nervous,
knowing the timelines and expectations
has helped.
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