Frequently Asked Questions

The National Recruitment Scheme (NRS) runs annually recruiting for the following year e.g. the register for NRS in 2026 will recruit for a applicants starting in 2027. The timelines for National Recruitment are fixed and have strict deadlines. Employers are invited to sign up to the Scheme between January and the beginning of March. Unfortunately if you are looking to sign up after this date then we are unable to accept your programme and you will need to wait for the next year.
Further information on the National Recruitment Scheme and the timeline can be found via the link below.

Please visit the PGMDE Support Portal and submit a ticked to the Pharmacy National Recruitment Office and they will unlock your account.

Please visit the PGMDE Support Portal which contains frequently asked questions as well as a form to submit an enquiry directly to the Pharmacy National Recruitment Office.

A copy of the applicant handbook is available in the Student Zone. The new applicant handbook will be published in mid-May each year. Communications will be sent to Schools of Pharmacy once this is available.

You can find out about the Foundation Trainee Pharmacist Year via the HEE website by clicking the button below. Here you will also find information about the ePortfolio.

Supervisor training is available for all educational and practice supervisors supporting trainees with London. You will find more information on our Workforce and Quality webpage accessible via the button below.

Information on Indendent Prescribing can be found on the HEE website via the button below.