Feeling overwhelmed by pharmacology? You're not alone.
Many Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) students tell us that pharmacology is the most challenging part of their prescribing course. Understanding pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, renal impairment, pregnancy prescribing and medicines optimisation can feel overwhelming, particularly if you have not studied biomedical sciences for several years.
Our NMP Pharmacology Rescue Programme has been designed specifically for students who want structured revision, expert guidance and greater confidence before assessment. Here, we include common questions, detailed answers and discussion points plus clinical pearls to support learner understanding.
This programme is ideal for:
V300 students
Independent Prescribing students
Nurses undertaking prescribing qualifications
Pharmacists completing prescribing courses
Allied Health Professionals studying prescribing
Students approaching pharmacology examinations
Students preparing for a resit
Students who simply want greater confidence
If you've ever thought:
"I understand the lectures when I'm in class, but I can't answer the questions afterwards."
This programme was created for you by our Lead Tutor and Managing Director, Dr Mike Davies.
Dr Mike Davies Supporting NMP Learners via the NMP Pharmacology Rescue Programme
During the programme we work through the pharmacology concepts most commonly encountered during NMP training and assessment:
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Distribution
Metabolism
Excretion
First-pass metabolism
Bioavailability
Pharmacodynamics
Agonists
Antagonists
Dose-response relationships
Therapeutic effects
Medicines Safety
Adverse drug reactions
Drug interactions
High-risk medicines
Prescribing errors
Prescribing in Special Populations
Renal impairment
Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy
Breastfeeding
Older adults
Exam Preparation
Pharmacology practice questions
NMP-style revision questions
Assessment techniques
Common student mistakes
Private Programme
Two live 2-hour sessions delivered on a one-to-one basis: £249 per student.
Small Group Programme
Book as a group of four friends or colleagues: £199 per student. Total investment: £796 (£199 × 4 students).
Two live 2-hour workshops
Maximum 4 students
Interactive discussion and Q&A
Pharmacology explained in plain English
Small-group learning
Question-based teaching with related examiner insights!!
Assessment-focused revision
Practical prescribing application
Support from an experienced prescribing educator
The goal is not simply to memorise facts.
The goal is to understand pharmacology well enough to apply it confidently in both assessments and prescribing practice.
Is this suitable for V300 students?
Yes. The programme is specifically designed for students undertaking Independent and Supplementary Prescribing qualifications, including V300 programmes.
Do I need a strong science background?
No. Many students have not studied biomedical sciences in depth for several years.
Is this a lecture?
No. The sessions are highly interactive and include discussion, worked examples, practice questions and student-led Q&A.
What if I am preparing for a resit?
The programme is particularly useful for students who feel they need additional support before reassessment.
How do I book?
Contact Pharmascholar using the enquiry form quoting: "NMP Pharmacology Rescue Programme".