Safe Handling and Administration of Medicine Training
Course Structure and Content
Routes of administration
Forms of medication
Safe handling, storage and disposal of medications
Person centred approaches to the management of medication
Practical assessments including the use and completion of Medication Administration Record (MAR)
Best Practice for reducing the risk of medication errors
Developed by Health & Social Care Professionals
High Quality Training Experience
Exceeds CQC and Skills for Care minimum standards
Approximate duration: 3 hours
Certificate of Achievement
Ensures compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, The Medicines Act 1968, The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, The Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001, The Health Act 2006, The Misuse of Drugs Safe Custody Regulations 2007 and The Health and Social Care Act 2008.
This classroom based medication course is designed to give care workers knowledge of the risks surrounding the administration of medications, the relevant laws that must be followed and ensures that all learners will be competent to carry out their work safely.