Managing & Safe Handling of Medicines Certificate (ASET)

Overview

Whether you work in a residential home, a hospital or any other caring situation, giving people their medication is a very responsible role – and this is certainly recognised by employers. The Certificate in Managing and Safe Handling of Medicines will give you the skills and confidence you need to carry out your role effectively, and provide proof to employers of your knowledge in the area.

This ASET awarded Level 2 VRQ qualification is given once you've successfully completed the course and learned how to prepare and administer a wide range of medicines. What you learn covers everything from accountability and confidentiality to the documentation and audit of medicines – giving you all the key competencies required in this specialist area.

Description

Course Content

• An Introduction to Medicines in a Care Setting

• Receiving, Storing and Disposing of Medicines in a Care Setting

• Administering Medicines in a Care Setting

Career path

This course will provide you with the necessary skills to carry out you role effectively and safely within a health or social care setting.