GPhC Revalidation & CPD: Practical Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
A practical, regulation-aligned guide to GPhC revalidation for registered pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in Great Britain. Covers the annual requirements Γ’β¬β four CPD entries, one peer discussion and one reflective account Γ’β¬β plus how to plan, record and submit each type, with realistic scenarios and downloadable templates to make revalidation straightforward year after year.
Audio overview of this course β great for commuting or a quick preview π§
Revalidation is how GPhC ensures that every registered pharmacist and pharmacy technician in Great Britain is keeping their practice up to date and reflecting on how their learning benefits the people they serve. Since 2018, the old system of CPD entries called at random every five years has been replaced by annual revalidation Γ’β¬β a framework that requires active reflection, structured peer discussion and regular submission at registration renewal.
For most registrants, the challenge is not understanding the principle of CPD Γ’β¬β it is knowing exactly what GPhC expects, how to write records that meet the criteria, how to run a genuine peer discussion rather than a box-ticking exercise, and how to link reflective accounts to GPhC standards in a way that demonstrates real professional growth. This course addresses all of that, practically and without jargon.
What you'll learn
- Γ’ΕβThe full annual revalidation requirements: 4 CPD entries, 1 peer discussion, 1 reflective account
- Γ’ΕβThe difference between planned and unplanned CPD Γ’β¬β and how to record both correctly
- Γ’ΕβHow to choose CPD topics that genuinely reflect your scope of practice and learning needs
- Γ’ΕβHow to select a peer, structure a peer discussion and write a compliant record
- Γ’ΕβHow to write a reflective account linked to a specific GPhC standard that demonstrates impact
- Γ’ΕβHow records are reviewed by GPhC and what happens if they don't meet criteria
- Γ’ΕβPractical strategies for building and maintaining your portfolio throughout the year
"The purpose of revalidation is to demonstrate that registrants are keeping their knowledge and skills up to date and reflecting on how their practice affects the people they provide care to." Γ’β¬β GPhC Revalidation Framework
Aligned with current standards
This course is aligned with the GPhC Revalidation Framework (January 2018, with subsequent annual updates), the GPhC Peer Discussion Guide (April 2018), and current myGPhC submission requirements. All revalidation requirements should be verified against the current GPhC website and myGPhC guidance before your renewal submission Γ’β¬β GPhC can update requirements between course revisions.
Γ°ΕΈβΒ€ Who this is for
GPhC-registered pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in Great Britain at any stage of their career Γ’β¬β including newly registered professionals completing their first annual submission, experienced registrants transitioning from the old CPD sampling system, and anyone who wants to approach revalidation with more confidence and less last-minute stress.
Γ’Ε‘Β Γ―ΒΈΒ GPhC requirements can change Γ’β¬β always check before submitting. The GPhC Revalidation Framework and submission requirements are reviewed and may be updated. This course reflects the framework as published; always verify the current requirements at pharmacyregulation.org and via myGPhC before completing your annual submission. This course does not constitute legal or regulatory advice.
Course Curriculum
This course includes
- π 5 modules Β· 13 lessons
- β± 2h self-paced learning
- π§ Audio course introduction
- π₯ 3 downloadable templates & checklists
- π Knowledge assessment quiz
- π Unlimited quiz re-attempts
- π Verified certificate on completion
- βΎοΈ Lifetime access to content
Downloadable templates
- Annual Revalidation Planning Checklist
- CPD Record Template (Planned and Unplanned)
- Peer Discussion Preparation and Record Template
Templates unlock after enrolment
Standards & currency
Written by UK pharmacy experts. Always verify against current official guidance before clinical use.
Certificate of Achievement
Complete this course and earn a personalised, printable certificate β with your name, course title and a unique certificate number. Suitable as CPD evidence for GPhC revalidation and GPhC inspection records.