Independent / Supplementary Prescribing
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Cert | Online | Part-time, Distance | 8 | September, February, April, May | find out | find out |
About Independent / Supplementary Prescribing, PG Cert - at University of Kent
This is a well-established and successful independent/supplementary prescribing programme for pharmacists,nurses, midwives, physiotherapists, paramedics, podiatrists, radiographers and dietitians.
It is a part-time, 8 month blended learning programme which leads to you qualifying as an independent prescriber (pharmacists, nurses, midwives, physiotherapists, podiatrists, paramedics andtherapeutic radiographers) or as a supplementary prescriber (diagnosticradiographers and dietitians). You develop the knowledge and skills topractise as prescribers and to meet the standards set by your respectiveprofessional/regulatory body. Alsoavailable at Level 6 for nurses/midwives only.
Is this programme right for me?
If you are a pharmacist, nurse, midwife, physiotherapist, paramedic, podiatrist, radiographer or dietitian looking to become a prescriber this is the programme you are looking for.
We also run a 40-credit module as part of the University of Greenwich MSc Advanced Clinical Practice. If you are part of this Greenwich programme and have selected the Prescribing module then you do need to complete our Prescribing Application form.
Entry points and application deadlines
All application forms are to be emailed to MSOPPGTAdmin@greenwich.ac.uk
Please do not post any application forms.
You can find upcoming cohort dates under Course Structure.
All dates and deliveries are subject to change.
Teaching
The Prescribing Programme is delivered by distance learning with a total of nine in person study days at the University, plus 12 days clinical practice, overseen by a DPP/PS/PE.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by GPhC, NMC, HCPC.
About Medway School of Pharmacy
Medway School of Pharmacy is one of the few regional schools of pharmacy in the UK, a collaboration between the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich.
The impetus for the formation of the Medway School of Pharmacy came from the local community, who recognised the shortage of qualified pharmacists in all branches of the pharmacy profession in Kent.
The School is recognised as an established school with accreditation from the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Graduates are employed in health disciplines in Kent and the south-east and more broadly across the UK.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Kent to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Kent
- In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
- Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026
- 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities
- Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
- Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
- Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.