The ProPharmace Foundation Training Programme

Support your trainees with confidence

From navigating the Oriel national recruitment process to meeting the latest NHSE requirements, Our unparalleled support for supervisors and foundation trainees, ensures you are fully equipped to deliver high-quality placements.

ProPharmace gives you clear guidance and hands-on support at every stage.

  • Stay compliant with NHSE requirements
  • Save time on admin and setup
  • Give your trainee the best possible start
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Enrol Your Trainee Today

Join pharmacists across England supported by ProPharmace throughout the Foundation Training Year.

Early Bird Offer

Early bird price

Until 1 July 2026

£900

standard price

Full programme

£1,200

Sign up before 1 July 2026 and save £300 with the early bird rate.

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NHSE compliant
Year-round support
Training plan completed for you
Early access from 1 July
Why Choose ProPharmace?

Why Choose ProPharmace?

As a trusted provider with years of experience supporting foundation trainees, ProPharmace offers a leading Foundation Training Programme designed to help trainees progress with confidence and pass first time.

When you enrol your trainee, you also unlock full support for every stage of the training journey, helping you stay compliant, meet key deadlines and run a high-quality Foundation Training Year.

Key Benefits of the ProPharmace Programme

For Supervisors

  • Support with Oriel and recruitment steps
  • Bespoke training plans and structured guidance
  • DS and DPP support and training
  • Less administrative burden
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For Trainees

  • Industry-leading foundation programme
  • Extensive exam preparation and support
  • Expert-led training mapped to the GPhC assessment
  • 95% first-time pass rate
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How we
support supervisors

ProPharmace is with you every step of the way.
ProPharmace — How We Support You
Professional pharmacist
Step 01

How we support you — step by step

Inlcuded when you enrol trainee

Employment Checks & Contracts

What you need to do

  • Employment checks
  • Enhanced DBS checks
  • Right to work checks
  • Issue a compliant employment contract

DBS checks must meet NHS requirements. Retain evidence for inspection.

How ProPharmace helps

  • Support creating a compliant employment contract
  • Advice on structuring your arrangements
    • Protected study time
    • Training expectations
    • NHS-aligned working arrangements
Pharmacist with laptop
Step 02

How we support you — step by step

Inlcuded when you enrol trainee

Training Plan & E-Portfolio Setup

What you need to do

  • Develop an NHSE training plan
  • Upload your plan to the e-portfolio
  • Ensure DS and DPP access is set up

Your training plan must clearly show how your trainee will meet GPhC learning outcomes.

How ProPharmace helps

  • Bespoke training plan completed for you
  • Step-by-step support throughout
  • Help aligning your plan with:
    • Assessment strategy
    • Learning outcomes
    • Placement structure
  • Support with e-portfolio setup and submission
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Step 03

How we support you — step by step

Additional fee applies — DPP placement is a separate paid service. See details below.

DPP Requirements

What you need to do

  • A suitable prescribing environment that supports safe, supervised clinical practice
  • A named Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP) who meets eligibility criteria

All requirements must be in place in line with NHSE guidance before the prescribing training period begins.

How ProPharmace helps

  • Assistance identifying and securing a suitable DPP
  • DPP guidance and onboarding — roles, responsibilities and programme expectations
  • Access to DPP training resources for supervision, assessment and sign-off

DPP Placement Service

£2,000

Where a trainee or employer cannot secure a supervisor independently, ProPharmace provides a full placement service:

  • DPP matching
  • Onboarding and setup
  • Training and guidance for the DPP
  • Ongoing support during the training period
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Step 04

How we support you — step by step

Claim Your Foundation Training Funding

£27,295

per foundation trainee · 2026/27 training year

  • Consistent across all sectors & regions of England
  • Covers supervision, administration and salary costs
  • Same level for all trainees regardless of outcomes

What you need to do

  • Register each foundation trainee pharmacist individually
  • Submit an electronic registration via the MYS portal
  • Ensure all required trainee details are to hand before registering

Payments are made monthly in arrears. The first payment covers any months between application and the trainee's start date.

Details required to register

  • 1Their name
  • 2Their date of birth
  • 3Their GPhC registration number
  • 4Their training start date
  • 5Designated Supervisor's name
  • 6Designated Supervisor's GPhC number
Payments are made monthly in arrears via the NHSBSA Manage Your Service (MYS) portal.
Supervisor in workshop
Step 05

How we support you — step by step

Inlcuded when you enrol trainee

Supervisor Induction

What you need to do

If you are new to the role, you must attend a Supervisor Induction Workshop before your trainee begins.

Secure your place at the upcoming workshop on 7 May — places are limited.

How ProPharmace helps

  • Comprehensive Supervisor Induction Workshop access
  • Preparation for your role as a Designated Supervisor
  • Clear guidance on the Foundation Training year and NHSE assessment strategy
  • Practical training guides for DS and DPP roles
  • Year-round support to manage the training year with confidence
National provider of supervisor training ProPharmace ensures high-quality guidance and dedicated support at every stage of your role.
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Step 06

How we support you — step by step

Free — when you sign up

Trainee Induction & Ongoing Support

What you need to do

  • Deliver a structured induction
  • Provide ongoing supervision
  • Support completion of the NHSE assessment strategy
  • Monitor progress via the e-portfolio

How ProPharmace helps

  • Structured trainee induction programme — included
    Early access from 1 July
  • Ongoing support with:
    • Programme delivery
    • Progress tracking
    • Meeting GPhC outcomes
  • Guidance on managing performance and escalation

Fully covered from day one to sign-off. ProPharmace is with you at every stage of the Foundation Training Year.

Why Choose ProPharmace?

Without support, managing a trainee can be
time-consuming and complex

With ProPharmace, you get everything you need — in one place.

Clarity on exactly what you need to do

No guesswork. We lay out every requirement clearly so you always know what comes next.

Support where it matters most

Contracts, training plans and setup — the parts that take the most time and carry the most risk.

Confidence you're meeting NHS requirements

Stay compliant with NHSE guidance throughout the entire Foundation Training Year.

A smoother, more structured experience

Give your trainee the best possible start with a well-organised, supported training year.

What Supervisors Say

Trusted by pharmacists
across England

"ProPharmace made the whole process much clearer — especially the training plan and setup."

DS
Designated Supervisor Community Pharmacy, England

"I felt much more confident knowing I had support throughout the year."

DS
Designated Supervisor Community Pharmacy, England

"It saved me a huge amount of time and stress."

DS
Designated Supervisor Community Pharmacy, England

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question?
We've got you covered

Yes — training plan completion (normally £80) is included free when you enrol your trainee through ProPharmace.
Please get in touch with us directly and we'll discuss the best arrangement for multiple trainees at your site.
As early as possible — this ensures you have enough time to complete onboarding, training plans and setup before key deadlines, and to claim the early bird discount before 1 July 2026.

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