Dis-Chem Pharmacies offers a great chance for young South Africans to start a career in pharmacy. The Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026 train people to become Basic Pharmacist Assistants. Applications close soon, so check if you qualify.
About the Learnership
This program runs for a fixed term and might lead to a full-time job at Dis-Chem. It takes place in real pharmacies, where you get practical skills. After finishing, you can register with the South African Pharmaceutical Council (SAPC).
What You Will Learn
Learners study pharmacy operations and how to read prescriptions. You handle medications safely and learn about drug interactions and doses. All work happens under supervision in a busy store setting.
Key Responsibilities
You assist with selling Schedule 1 medicines and prepare non-sterile medications. Tasks include stock control, packing, labeling, and checking meds. You also help customers with questions, track scripts via call center, keep the area clean, and report issues like low stock.
Minimum Requirements
You need a Grade 12 certificate with Pure Mathematics and Physical Science or Life Science. Your average mark must be at least 50%. Be ready to work in a retail pharmacy.
Skills and Competencies
Good candidates speak English and another language well. They pay close attention to details, manage time, and solve problems. Customer service skills, computer use, math ability, and working under pressure are key. Stay honest and professional.
Why You Should Apply
You receive formal training to qualify as a Pharmacist Assistant. Gain real experience in healthcare and build skills for the pharmacy field. Top performers may get permanent jobs at Dis-Chem.
How to Apply
Apply online through these links before the deadlines. Each spot is in a specific store.
- Dispensary Support – Thatchfield – Centurion: Centurion, Gauteng. Closes 13 May 2026.
- Dispensary Support – Raslouw – Centurion: Centurion, Gauteng. Closes 13 May 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Glenfair – Pretoria: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Jakaranda – Pretoria: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Kuruman: Kuruman, Northern Cape. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Menlyn Mall – Pretoria: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Northridge – Bloemfontein: Bloemfontein, Free State. Closes 24 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Southgate – Johannesburg: Johannesburg, Gauteng. Closes 24 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Three Rivers – Vereeniging: Vereeniging, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Vaal Mall – Vanderbiljpark: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Vanderbiljpark: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Waverley – Pretoria: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Wonderboom – Pretoria: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
- Dispensary Support Learnership – Woodlands: Pretoria, Gauteng. Closes 18 April 2026.
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