The Association of Pharmacy Technicians United Kingdom (APTUK) is the national professional leadership body for pharmacy technicians working in all pharmacy sectors across all countries in the UK: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. We lead, advocate and represent the pharmacy technician profession for the benefit of patients, the public and our members. We are a network of like-minded professionals, helping to shape the future for pharmacy technicians. We provide advice, information and support to our members, championing the pharmacy technician profession and enhancing education and scope of practice. Our History APTUK was formed in January 1952 by Katherine L Miles MBE to gain recognition, remuneration and registration for pharmacy technicians. Katherine Miles through dedication and determination petitioned the then Department of Health and Social Services committee for this recognition and in March1952 they agreed to recognise the qualified workforce. Our name of ‘Association of Pharmacy Technicians’ was agreed by the APTUK committee in 1966. The Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK) has been in existence ever since and it has always been run by pharmacy technicians for pharmacy technicians. We have continued to campaign on behalf of our members to ensure the professional voice of pharmacy technicians is heard, beginning with our vision to register pharmacy technicians. In July 2011 it became mandatory that all pharmacy technicians must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council to practise in England, Scotland and Wales. The register provides protection for patients by ensuring only those qualified, competent and under a duty to maintain high standards can work as pharmacy technicians in Great Britain. Those not registered, but practising as a pharmacy technician or referring to themselves as such, are breaking the law and can be prosecuted. Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text You can view a short video on our history below. The Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK is the Professional Leadership Body for registered pharmacy technicians working in the UK. Our Values Professional We use knowledge, skills and judgement to deliver the highest standard of person centred care Visionary We take a proactive approach to lead and maximise the potential of the pharmacy technician profession for the future. Committed We are dedicated to the profession, our members and the association Integrity We behave honestly, openly, reliably and always take responsibility Collaborative We work together and seek involvement for the best outcomes Inclusive We will be inclusive and encourage people to bring their whole selves to APTUK Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text Our Mission Through strong, influential, and professional leadership we will ensure that the voice of the pharmacy technician is heard. We will develop a valued profession recognised in its own right, extending scope of practice to improve pharmacy services to benefit patients’ lives. To achieve our mission and goals, APTUK works closely with the General Pharmaceutical Council; and collaboratively with the other pharmacy organisations to deliver professional excellence. We are commitied to representing the value of registration for pharmacy technicians practising in Northern Ireland by working with the Pharmaceutical Society Northern Ireland. APTUK holds collaboration mandates with: Centre of Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE) Royal Pharmaceutical Society Primary Care Pharmacy Association Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text Card Title Card Text About APTUKHow to become a Pharmacy TechnicianBenefits of MembershipJoin APTUKYour Application StatusMembership Terms and ConditionsBiographiesAPTUK GovernanceAPTUK Strategy 2022-26APTUK Annual ReportAPTUK jobsContact UsPromotional Video