THE Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has welcomed the release of the Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce - Scope of Practice Review final report, emphasising its workforce development recommendations.
The study identifies key issues that limit primary care professionals, including pharmacists, from working to their full potential, despite their skills and training (PD 06 Nov).
For pharmacists, the report highlights workforce development and education needs that align with APC's accreditation role.
APC CEO Bronwyn Clark supports the report's call for reducing restrictions on pharmacists' roles.
"Pharmacists are ready and willing to take on more expanded roles, and our work as the accreditation authority for pharmacy education is preparing them to be safe and competent in these roles," Clark said.
"This includes our recent development of accreditation standards for pharmacist prescriber education programs," she added.
Additionally, APC's focus on interprofessional education (IPE) aligns with the review's recommendations to improve cohesion across health professions.
APC will spotlight this commitment at the IPE Colloquium 2025, themed 'Breaking Boundaries: Education as an Enabler of Trust in Healthcare', where IPE's role in supporting teamwork and patient-centred care will take centre stage.
Through these initiatives, APC aims to foster a collaborative healthcare environment that empowers professionals, and improves patient outcomes. JG
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