The Allied Health workforce is broad and diverse and includes health practitioners who work autonomously and in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. 

In the UK, the Allied Health sector is set to grow into the future due to advances in technology and increasing demand for healthcare services, including holistic healthcare approaches. The sector encompasses many professional pathways and opportunities for career development and specialisation. See our list of job roles for more information on various Allied Health professions

Pharmacists specialise in preparing and dispensing medications. They work with their clients and give expert advice on medication choices, doses, interactions, and management. They give advice to the public, as well as to physicians and other health care providers. They may operate a pharmacy and be responsible for sourcing medications, accurately filling prescriptions, complying with pharmaceutical legislation requirements, training junior staff, and running a pharmacy business. Pharmacists have completed an undergraduate or master's degree in Pharmacy, followed by a foundation year of practical training. They are registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and have gained an independent prescribing qualification.