Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care Level 2 (SKI24S013)

Employability

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Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 8

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

About the course:

Unit 1 summary:

Section 1: Understand types and classifications of medication

Section 2: Understand roles of those involved in medication handling

Section 3: Know how to develop own knowledge and understanding of medication

Section 4: Know how to monitor effects of medication.

Unit 2 summary:

Section 1: Know how to acquire medication

Section 2: Know how to safely store medication

Section 3: Know how to safely dispose of unused medication and equipment.

Unit 3 summary:

Section 1: Understand the steps to be taken before administering medication to an individual

Section 2: Understand the checks to be made before administering medication to an individual

Section 3: Understand the process for administering medication to an individual

Section 4: Understand how to support self-administration of medication in a health and social care setting

Section 5: Understand how to react to unexpected issues when administering medication.

Unit 4 summary:

Section 1: Understand legislation and guidance underpinning the safe handling of medication

Section 2: Understand audit processes relevant to handling medication

Section 3: Understand the role of record-keeping relating to medication

Section 4: Understand the principles of confidentiality in relation to medication records in health and social care settings

Section 5: Understand the accountability and responsibility of self in relation to administering medication.

How will the course be delivered?

Online distance learning through the EQUAL platform, online learning resources with feedback from an assessor

What do I need to bring?

Laptop/PC

What are the entry requirements?

19+, no formal entry requirements

What can I do next?

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
• Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF)
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)
• Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (RQF)

How well am I doing?

Feedback after every learner submission from an assessor, focusing on strengths, areas for development and next steps. Grading is pass or refer with no fails.

Enquiries

Centre: The Skills Network
Email address: sales@theskillsnetwork.com