Registration assessment

The registration assessment is one of the ways we test that trainee pharmacists can demonstrate that they understand how to apply knowledge appropriately and in a timely way, to make professional judgements in pharmacy practice. It also tests trainees’ number sense and that they are able to perform the calculations necessary to practice as a pharmacist.

We assess these skills to provide assurance to patients and the public that the pharmacy professionals on our register can practice safely and effectively. Passing the registration assessment is one of the criteria that trainees need to meet to be eligible to apply to become a registered pharmacist.

There are usually two registration assessments per year, in June and September. Candidates have three attempts to pass the entire assessment in one sitting, and must answer two question papers. The assessment is carried out simultaneously in locations across Great Britain.

Why do we carry out a registration assessment?

Damian Day, GPhC's Head of Education, explains why we carry out a national registration assessment.

More about the registration assessment

If you want to find out more about sitting the assessment as part of the foundation training scheme, and details about current sittings, visit: Sitting the registration assessment in November 2023