From 01 October, community pharmacies will be accredited under the Quality and Safety Pharmacy Program (QSPP), which replaces the QCPP that has been the standard since 1997.
The QSPP places a greater focus on quality and safety, reflecting the evolution of community pharmacy practice and its increased role in primary healthcare.
Natalie Willis, chair of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Clinical Governance Committee, said the introduction of QSPP will equip pharmacies to realise their full potential in the coming years.
“The existing QCPP has served our sector incredibly well since its introduction – more than 95% of community pharmacies are accredited,” Willis said.
“The evolution to QSPP will support community pharmacies to be at the forefront of healthcare in Australia into the future.”.
More details in today’s issue of Pharmacy Daily.
