Education and professional development
The Royal College of Pharmacy provides learning, education and professional development to support pharmacists — including foundation trainees and students — and pharmaceutical scientists to deliver safe and effective care for their patients and the public. As the role of pharmacy expands within the health system, our work strengthens professional practice and underpins patient safety.
We develop high-quality, flexible learning resources, including through our online learning hub RCPharm Learn, developed in partnership with expert practitioners across pharmacy. These resources — including mentoring opportunities via our mentoring platform — support pharmacists at every career stage and across all settings.
RCPharm Learn
Our online learning system exclusively for pharmacists.
Training programmes
Structured learning, with hands-on support and assessment.
Prescribing development
Join the prescribing development programme.
Research and evaluation e-learning
Complete our interactive e-learning modules.
Educational training partnerships
Learn about how we work with other health organisations.
Designated prescribing practitioners
Resources and support for DPPs at every stage.
Perspectives on education
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Taking the leap into RPS Mentoring
Mentoring can feel daunting, especially when imposter syndrome creeps in — but every pharmacist has something valuable to offer. RPS Mentor Baguiasri Mandane explores how to get started, what effective mentoring looks like in practice, and how the right support can transform careers on both sides of the relationship.
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Lifelong learning: empowering excellence and growth
At the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, education and professional development sit at the heart of our purpose. Investing time in active lifelong learning is more essential than ever.
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A learner centred approach to education
A learner-centred approach in education not only improves the development of healthcare professionals but also directly benefits patients by creating more effective, personalised and compassionate care.