Trainee Pharmacist Progression Guide

This guide is designed to help trainee pharmacists understand the career pathways available as they progress through the profession. Whether you're just beginning your foundation training or exploring future opportunities, this resource outlines the typical roles, responsibilities, and development routes within each sector.

Once you complete your foundation training year and qualify as a registered pharmacist, a wide range of pharmacy career pathways become available. Select a button below for an overview of the main sectors, specialist roles, and less common routes you can pursue.

Finally have a better idea on what roles you are interested in? Try using this printable list of the Top 100 Pharmacist Careers to make it even easier for you to figure out your dream role. Don't forget, this is not a definitive list, just a list of the most common roles!