THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has launched the PSA Standards for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Pharmacists, with the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) Accreditation Standards for CPD Activities set to retire on 31 Dec 2025 (PD 30 Jun).
Developed through extensive consultation with the profession (PD 19 Nov), the PSA Standards provide a contemporary framework to guide the quality and educational integrity of continuing professional development activities for pharmacists.
With the commencement of these Standards, CPD providers can apply for accreditation under the PSA Accredited CPD framework, marking a new era in CPD activities for the pharmacy profession.
PSA National President Associate Professor Fei Sim reflected on the process of developing the Standards, noting the "incredible achievement" in getting to this point in only five months since the announcement of the peak body's intent to take on the role of publishing the standards.
Assoc Prof Sim acknowledged and thanked all those involved, including the individuals and organisations who provided feedback during the consultation period.
"The approval of the PSA standards for CPD for pharmacists marks a significant milestone in PSA's already rich history in upholding quality education standards, now spanning decades," Assoc Prof Sim said.
"We know our education and continuing professional development are core values for our members.
"I want to assure you that these standards will give pharmacists the confidence that the CPD they access is of high quality.
"I sincerely thank everyone who participated in the consultation process," she concluded.
All supporting materials, including application forms and the PSA Accredited CPD Provider Handbook, will be available HERE from 05 Jan 2026. KB
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