The application for Dis-chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026 is now available, providing a unique chance for young South African students wishing to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. This learnership is for self-starters who seek to obtain advanced learnerships, and a formal certification while gaining experience in a real pharmacy setting. Interested participants should take note of the deadline of **20 February 2026,** and apply as soon as possible.
### Dis-Chem Pharmacies in a Brief
The year 1978 marked the inception of Dis-Chem, which now is also celebrated as South Africa’s largest pharmacy retailer, and remains a family-owned business. The company has expanded its reach to 170 retail and 23 wholesale pharmacy locations distributed all over the South African landscapes. Beyond pharmacy items, Dis-Chem offers other retail pharmacy services, and is considered a pharmacy superstore. The company has also established its own pharmacy online services. Dischem has a commendable online service, advocacy to pharmacy education and training, and super to near super pharmacy services.
### Overview of the Dispensary Support Learnership
The Dispensary Support Learnership is designed to train learners to become **Basic Pharmacist Assistants**. Learners enter into a fixed-term contract as Dispensary Support staff. In this position, they will be completing the theoretical and practical components of their training, which will all be done under the supervision of a registered pharmacist through industry training.
As a condition of the learnership, the participant must be registered as a student with the **South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)**. Upon successful completion of the program, Dischem may offer learners permanent placements, which is contingent upon the operational requirements and individual performance. Therefore, this learnership program is a great opportunity for those with aspirations for a successful career in pharmacy support and patient care.
### Learning Structure and Workplace Experience
The Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnership combines the theoretical and practical aspects of learning as one of its many merits. This program offers learners a complete blend of structured theoretical learning and practical workplace learning in a fully operational dispensary. This devoids learners of theory because they can practically experience everything they learn. It also exposes them to frontline pharmacy practice and professional care.
This type of practical training gives learners the skills they need in order to work in a pharmacy. This career requires a high degree of accuracy, as well as a focus on patient safety.
### Main Duties and Responsibilities
During the learnership process, learners perform multiple pharmacy support functions. This also includes the sale of Schedule 1 medicines and regulatory-compliant scheduled substance sales, as well as the aiding of compounding and preparation of non-sterile medicines in accordance with approved standard operating procedure (SOP) guidelines.
They also contribute to the daily operations of the dispensary by removing stock from boxes, merchandising, and keeping the dispensary and over-the-counter (OTC) shelves clean and organized. Under the supervision of the pharmacist, they are trained to interpret prescriptions, and pick, pack, label and check, and are trained for compliance
They are also responsible for checking stock levels to make sure they aren’t expired, assisting with and documenting patient follow-up service requests, supporting the medical scheme authorizations for chronic and HIV/AIDS and oncology-related medications, and filling in the service gaps on health promotion. This includes the provision of basic health information to customers in a professional and ethical manner.
### Minimum Requirements
In order to qualify for the Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026, candidates must have undergone specific schooling, with these including a **Grade 12 (Matric)** with a certificate that has **Pure Mathematics**, **Physical Science or Life Science**, and an overall average of **50%**. These reflect the technical scienfific ability to train in pharmacy-related fields.
### Skills and Competencies
The person who succeeds in being selected must have good spoken and written communication in English and in at least one other South African language. He must possess good pharmacy attention, poor pressure focus, and good time in pharmacy which are important a good environment. He must be professional, honest, and accountable, with a strong and positive focus for good teamwork.
Learners must have a basic knowledge in computer and math since they will be dealing with pharmacy systems, stock systems, and calculations. A positive focus for clients is and an ability to solve problems is a strong contributing factor to successfully being in the system.
How to Apply
Applications for the Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026 are submitted online via the Dis-Chem Careers platform.
NB. Use the links given below to Apply
Location: Castle Gate – Pretoria
Closing date: 23 January 2026
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Location: Gandhi Square – Johannesburg
Closing date: 20 February 2026
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Location: Baywest Mall – Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth
Closing date: 31Â January 2026
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Location: Albemarle – Germiston, Gauteng
Closing date: 07 February 2026
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Location: Cresta – Randburg
Closing date: 06Â February 2026
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Location: Melville – Johannesburg
Closing date: 07Â February 2026
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Location: Ridgeview – Johannesburg
Closing date: 14Â February 2026
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Location: Verdi – Randburg
Closing date: 12Â February 2026
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Location: Wonderpark – Pretoria
Closing date: 11Â February 2026
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Location: Greenfields – East London
Closing date: 30Â January 2026
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Location: Jeffrey’s Bay
Closing date: 30Â January 2026
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Location: Riverside Mall – Queenstown
Closing date: 30Â January 2026
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The Dis-Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026 not only offer training, but also introduce a pathway into the healthcare sector. For young South Africans interested in pharmacy, patient care, and career advancement, this programme serves as an opportunity to acquire valuable and accredited training, as well as work experience and prospects for sustained employment with one of the top pharmacy groups in the country.
