HND Dispensing Technology

Programme Overview

The HND Dispensing Technology programme provides hands-on training in the preparation and dispensing of pharmaceutical products. Students learn drug formulation, pharmacology, dispensing practice, and inventory management. Graduates are qualified to work alongside pharmacists in hospitals, community pharmacies, and pharmaceutical companies.

Course Highlights

Career Opportunities

Entry Requirements

• WASSCE/SSSCE with passes in Core Mathematics, English, and Integrated Science
• Three science electives including Chemistry and Biology
• Aggregate 36 or better for WASSCE / 24 or better for SSSCE

About This Programme

As Ghana's pharmaceutical sector grows and access to medicines expands across the country, the demand for trained dispensing technicians is increasing steadily. The HND Dispensing Technology programme at KCoHAS provides practical, career-focused training in pharmaceutical dispensing, drug formulation, pharmacology, inventory management, and patient counselling. Unlike the longer BSc Pharmacy route, this three-year Higher National Diploma offers a faster pathway into the pharmaceutical workforce, equipping graduates to work effectively alongside pharmacists in hospitals, community pharmacies, and pharmaceutical distribution companies. The programme emphasises hands-on dispensing practice, drug safety, and patient communication, preparing graduates to play a vital supporting role in Ghana's healthcare delivery system. Students gain practical experience through attachments at hospital pharmacies and community dispensaries, developing the skills and confidence needed for professional practice.