Implementing the foundation pharmacist training year 2025/26

In January 2021, the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) published the revised standards for the initial education and training of pharmacists. The first students to graduate against these new learning outcomes will start their foundation training year, previously known as the pre-reg year, in July 2025.

Changes are already under way to prepare for this: 

• universities are rolling out revised master of pharmacy (MPharm) undergraduate degrees that are aligned to the new learning outcomes and standards
• we are taking on new responsibilities, delegated by the GPhC, for the quality management of all foundation training sites in England
• together with partners and stakeholders, we are working to develop our approach for the quality management of foundation training for all trainees from summer 2025

Via the tiles below, this page provides up-to-date information on the implementation of the new standards and learning outcomes in the foundation training year from 2025. Topics covered include:

• getting ready for the foundation training year 2025/26 including an indicative timeline of activities prior to trainees starting
• funding for the foundation training year 2025/26 and frequently asked questions about funding
• information about the training offer provision from 2025/26 onwards
• NHS England practice-based assessment strategy for 2025/26 onwards
• training plan template and guidance for 2025/26 onwards

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