REGISTRATION AS A PHARMACIST IN TASMANIA

Registration Fees 2008

Pharmacist Registration Fee	$360.00
Owner Pharmacist Registration Fee	$460.00
Application Fee	$250.00
Restoration Fee	$100.00
Pharmacists Re-registration Late Fee	$75.00

 

Avenues for registration as a Pharmacist in Tasmania.

1. New Graduates
A graduate of an institution accredited by the Council of Pharmacy Registration Authorities (i.e. Australian and New Zealand Schools of Pharmacy), who is not currently registered in another State or Territory of Australia or New Zealand and who has completed, to the satisfaction of the Board, an approved pre-registration program, can apply under the Pharmacists Registration Act 2001.

General Registration Requirements
New Registrant Application Form

2. Pharmacists Registered in Australia or New Zealand
Pharmacists who are registered in another State or Territory of Australia or New Zealand can apply under the relevant Mutual Recognition Act.  An original document, or a certified copy, evidencing current registration to carry on the practice of pharmacy in another State or Territory of Australia or in New Zealand must be provided.

Guidelines for Mutual Recognition
Application for Mutual Recognition
Trans Tasman Application for Mutual Recognition

3. Pharmacists Registered in all Overseas Countries
Pharmacists registered overseas (with the exception of New Zealand) are required to sit screening examinations conducted by the Australian Pharmacy Council before practising in Australia. You can obtain information on these examinations by contacting the Australian Pharmacy Council

Pharmacists wishing to register in Tasmania should note that the Pharmacy Board of Tasmania does not provide employment assistance. Any requirement for practical training periods must be attended to personally, as should longer term employment. For more information visit the Links Page. 

4. Pharmacists wishing to be restored to the Register
Pharmacists previously registered with the Board whose registration has lapsed, may apply for restoration to the Register.  Conditions apply, contact the Registrar for details.