Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.
12 May 2026
Type 1 diabetes often goes undetected in children, but with the correct knowledge, pharmacy teams can help families spot the disease and get proper treatment, says Victoria Goldman.
12 May 2026
Hayfever was previously only impactful during certain times of the year, but thanks to climate change, it now affects more people, more often. Kerry Greenaway spoke to allergy experts about pollen, food and other allergies.
12 May 2026
Skin conditions can become all-encompassing without the right treatment. Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams can play a vital role in identifying concerns and helping customers to find solutions
12 May 2026
Sleep is a cornerstone of wellbeing, impacting our physical and psychological health. Compromised sleep quality may lead to short and long-term problems for customers. Luckily, there is plenty of advice for the pharmacy team to share.
11 May 2026
Some customers may want to monitor their health out of curiosity, whereas others may be struggling to see a GP. We explored the vast variety of home testing tools available
12 Mar 2026
For many people, the go-to for treating chronic pain is an OTC analgesic. However, there are some more holistic practices that can help too.
11 Mar 2026
Support customers with IBS and understand how Fybocalm can help relieve symptoms by addressing the root cause
Help customers with acne build the ideal ‘cleanse, treat, moisturise and protect’ routine to help reduce breakouts and care for their skin
Introducing our SMART training on erection problems: groundbreaking education entirely tailored to your job role, your experience and your level of knowledge. This training is optimised for your needs and designed to be easy to navigate.
Update your knowledge to help prevent and manage summer skin problems
Learn how Canesten® brand offers the widest range of products for thrush treatment, making it uniquely placed to give customers control over managing thrush – their way
Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence
Support customers with IBS and understand how Fybocalm can help relieve symptoms by addressing the root cause
Help customers with acne build the ideal ‘cleanse, treat, moisturise and protect’ routine to help reduce breakouts and care for their skin
Introducing our SMART training on erection problems: groundbreaking education entirely tailored to your job role, your experience and your level of knowledge. This training is optimised for your needs and designed to be easy to navigate.
Update your knowledge to help prevent and manage summer skin problems
Learn how Canesten® brand offers the widest range of products for thrush treatment, making it uniquely placed to give customers control over managing thrush – their way
Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence
Think you're up to speed on strains and sprains? Our latest module aims to boost your confidence when recommending OTC treatments and further advice for muscle and joint pain.
15 Mar 2023
Humanity has used opioids for millennia – Sumerian clay tablets from about 3000 BC mention the opium poppy. It’s telling that we are still trying to find the most effective way to use them, says Mark Greener.
16 Feb 2023
In older adults living with chronic pain, it is important to get the balance right between ensuring adequate pain relief while avoiding medication overuse and reducing polypharmacy, says Lars-Åke Söderlund, vice president of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)
23 Dec 2022
Many people believe that aches and pains are inevitable as we age, but this is not the case. Training Matters explores how simple changes and habits can positively impact joint and muscle health
25 Mar 2024
When it comes to antidepressants and type 2 diabetes, polypharmacy does not necessarily undermine adherence. As with so much in medicine and prescribing, the devil is in the detail says Mark Greener
23 Dec 2022
The evidence for the efficacy of aromatics in the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections is extensive, according to a recent review. Mark Greener reports.
11 Nov 2022
The study by Nottingham and Bristol universities looked at anonymised loyalty card data “from a major UK health and beauty retailer".
01 Jun 2026
Pharmacists should play a lead role in reducing the harmful effects of opioid use linked to chronic pain.
20 Aug 2021
A baby's skin is delicate and can be easily damaged. With up to 70 to 84 nappy changes a week, it's important that parents use gentle products to clean their baby. Watch this two minute video, sponsored by Waterwipes, to find out more.
