‘Quite often we come out of university with this degree, not knowing really where it will take us, so recognition is really important.’

Michael Bakker FANZCAP (Informtcs) says he welcomes the ANZCAP digital platform. ‘When I did my portfolio of experience previously, it was really quite a process to try and find all the artefacts of evidence to identify what I’d done. What I’m really excited about with ANZCAP is I’ll be able to add to those over the continuum of my career.’ 

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ANZCAP is a landmark program recognising career progression and specialty skills, enabling pharmacists and technicians from all practice settings to be recognised for their experience and expertise. 

SHPA’s recognition program enables the achievements of practitioners to be clearly and concisely understood by their employers and peers, by healthcare colleagues and, most importantly, by the patients in their care.

ANZCAP comprises an initial Foundation Program that acknowledges prior professional experience and an Independent Program for anyone, anywhere to map their own path. These are now open to all Australian pharmacists (Ahpra General Registration).

Training Programs to fast-track recognition progress over two years, recognition for Pharmacy Technicians and Custom Portfolios for personal professional use will be available in 2024.

For more information, view the ANZCAP Info Hub and Help Centre, Frequently Asked Questions or contact us at ANZCAP@shpa.org.au.