- Training Courses
Course Duration: 1 Day
Regulated: Ofqual Regulated
Frequency: Refresher training recommended every 3 years
Who is it for?
- Ideal for those working in healthcare settings who are responsible for handling and administering medication to patients.
- Suitable for employees in residential care homes who need to safely manage and administer medication to residents.
- Perfect for individuals working in community care settings, including home care workers, who are involved in the administration of medication to clients.
Course Overview:
This regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been specifically designed for those who want to work in, or are looking to refresh their knowledge of the safe handling and administration of medication within a health and social care setting, such as support workers or care workers.
The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Principles of Safe Handling and Administration of Medication (RQF) also provides successful candidates with an understanding of current legislation and guidance, different types of medication, the storage and disposal of medication, and much more over this one-day course.
What’s Covered?
- Understanding the benefits and risks of taking and/or not taking medication
- Legislation and guidance for the safe handling and administration of medication
- Requirements for patient confidentiality
- Common types of medication
- Different legal classifications of medication
- Different routes for the administration of medicines
- Roles and responsibilities in the use of medication
- Preparation, storage and safe disposal of medication
- The requirements for recording the use of medication
Location: Lancashire, West Yorkshire, Greater Manchester
Contact us for available dates or to arrange on-site training at your place of work
