THE Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has flagged upcoming consultations on a proposed accreditation standard for quality use of medicines and prescribing which would cover all 14 health professions regulated in Australia.
The project aims to ensure that graduates from any health degree in Australia "have understanding and competence in the quality use of medicines, for the best health outcomes in our communities".
Outlined in a new year's communication from the APC, the initiative will be undertaken in conjunction with other members of the Health Professions Accreditation Councils' Forum.
Other APC activities flagged for 2017 include ongoing collaboration with the Accreditation Systems Review of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme, and relocation of APC operations to a new purpose-built ACT Majura Park office adjacent to the Australian Medical Council and Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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