Level 2 Certificate Understanding The Safe Handling Of Medication In Health And Social Care
Course Overview
Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences.
Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential for anyone working with medication.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry criteria, however it is advisable that learners already have a Level 2 or equivalent qualification (Five or more GCSE/O levels grade A*-C, one A level, two or three AS levels, NVQ Level 2).
Distance Learning programmes are Fully Funded for eligible adults via the Adult Education Budget.
Key Information
A short, accredited Distance Learning Qualification completed within 12- 16 weeks. Self-Study Knowledge Based Qualification with the support of a subject specialist trainer. Choice of Paper and Online Resources and Assessments Method subject to availability. The sooner you complete one course the sooner you can move onto another. Ideal for continued professional development in your area of expertise, to gain prior knowledge for future employment or for your own personal interest in the subject.
Experience in the workplace is not essential as this is a knowledge-only qualification.
Programme Content
Unit 1 - Understand Medication and Prescriptions
Unit 2 - Supply, Storage and Disposal of Medication
Unit 3 - Understand the Requirements for the Safe Administration of Medication
Unit 4 - Record Keeping and Audit Processes for Medication
Progression opportunities
Learners may wish to progress onto another distance learning course in another subject for example in Dementia Care, End Of Life Care, Falls Prevention or Care Planning.
Where can you work?
This is an ideal qualification for those working in the Health and Social Care Sector.
