The leading pharmacy retailer Dis-Chem Pharmacies is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Dispensary Support Learnership Programme 2026.
This learnership provides structured workplace training for individuals who want to build careers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector.
Successful learners will complete training towards becoming a Basic Pharmacist Assistant and may qualify for registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Dis-Chem Learnership 2026 Overview
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Programme: Dispensary Support Learnership
Qualification: Basic Pharmacist Assistant
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Application Deadline: 02 April 2026
This programme combines theoretical training with practical workplace experience in a professional pharmacy environment.
About the Dispensary Support Learnership
The Dispensary Support Learnership is designed to train learners in the core principles of pharmaceutical services and patient support.
Participants will be employed on a fixed-term contract while completing their training.
After successfully completing the programme and registering with the South African Pharmacy Council, learners may be considered for permanent employment within Dis-Chem.
Key Responsibilities
During the learnership, participants will assist with various pharmacy operations, including:
- Selling Schedule 1 medicines and health products
- Assisting with compounding non-sterile medicines
- Supporting dispensary stock management
- Maintaining clean and organised pharmacy shelves
- Assisting with script interpretation and medication dispensing
- Ensuring medicines are picked, labelled, packed and checked correctly
- Monitoring medicine expiry dates and stock levels
- Supporting patient follow-ups and prescription tracking
- Assisting with chronic medication authorisations
- Providing health information to patients
- Supporting customer service and call centre queries
These responsibilities help learners gain real-world experience in pharmacy operations.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnership, applicants must:
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- Have Pure Mathematics
- Have Physical Science or Life Science
- Achieve at least 50% average
- Be willing to work in a retail pharmacy environment
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and another language
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Good time management
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills
- Basic computer and numerical skills
- Professional conduct and accountability
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Why Apply for the Dis-Chem Learnership?
The Dis-Chem Pharmacies Learnership Programme offers several career advantages:
✔ Practical workplace experience in a pharmacy
✔ Training towards becoming a Basic Pharmacist Assistant
✔ Exposure to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry
✔ Opportunity for permanent employment after qualification
This learnership is ideal for individuals interested in pharmacy, healthcare, and medical services.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online for the Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnership Programme 2026.
Click here to apply for the Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early to avoid missing the deadline.
Application Closing Date: 02 April 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What qualification will learners receive?
Learners will complete training towards becoming a Basic Pharmacist Assistant.
Which organisation regulates pharmacist assistants in South Africa?
Pharmacist assistants must register with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Where is the learnership located?
The programme takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
What subjects are required to apply?
Applicants must have Pure Mathematics and Physical Science or Life Science in Matric.
When is the application deadline?
Applications close on 02 April 2026.
Final Thoughts
The Dis-Chem Pharmacies Dispensary Support Learnership Programme 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for young South Africans to gain practical experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
With structured training and real pharmacy workplace exposure, this programme can help learners build a strong foundation for careers in pharmacy and healthcare services.
Interested candidates should apply before the 02 April 2026 deadline.
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