Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures - CPD Accredited

Like the intricate choreography of a ballet, successful medicine handling requires precision, understanding, and a keen awareness of potential hazards. This Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures course is akin to a masterclass, designed to coach you in the artistry of this complex dance, ensuring safety and efficacy are always on point.

This Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures consists of the following Title Course:

• Infection Control & Medicine Handling

Learning Outcomes of Medicine Handling Course:

• Gain competency in the administration of medicines, enhancing your skills in accurate and safe medicine handling.
• Learn the necessary steps for preparation before administration, reducing potential risks in medicine handling.
• Develop an understanding of the policies and procedures related to medicine handling, enabling you to operate within regulatory frameworks.
• Understand the potential side effects of medicine, improving your capacity to anticipate and manage adverse reactions.
• Master the storage, distribution, and disposal of medicines, reinforcing good medicine handling practices.
• Become well-versed in infection control and the associated hazards and potential risks within medicine handling.

Medicine handling is a discipline as precise as it is vital. This course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of all aspects of this field. The first half of our journey through the seven modules begins with the basics of administering medicines, moves onto preparation strategies, and then delves into the relevant policies and procedures that govern medicine handling.

In the latter half of the course, we tackle the side effects of medicine, enhancing your ability to respond to potential complications. The last two modules are dedicated to the nitty-gritty of medicine handling - storage, distribution, and disposal, and infection control. The course concludes with an exploration of the hazards and potential risks in medicine handling, ensuring you are well-equipped to manage and prevent them.

Course Curriculum of Infection Control & Medicine Handling:

• Module 01: Administration of Medicines
• Module 02: Preparation for Administration
• Module 03: Policies and Procedures
• Module 04: Side Effects of Medicine
• Module 05: Storage, Distribution and Disposal
• Module 06: Infection Control
• Module 07: Hazards and Potential Risks

This Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures course is ideal for:

• Nurses and other healthcare professionals seek a deeper understanding of medicine handling, from administration to disposal.
• Pharmacists looking to refresh their knowledge on the policies and procedures associated with medicine handling.
• Healthcare administrators who oversee the policies related to medicine handling within their facilities.
• Pharmacy students seeking a comprehensive guide to medicine handling as they prepare for their careers.
• Individuals working in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those involved in the distribution and storage of medicines.

Since no prior knowledge or experience is required.

Take your time to finish this Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures Training course, and there is no deadline.

You may be able to obtain the position you want in the industry with the aid of our Medicine Handling, Policies and Procedures course.

• Registered Nurse: Median salary of £27,000
• Clinical Pharmacist: Median salary of £39,000
• Pharmacy Manager: Median salary of £46,000
• Healthcare Administrator: Median salary of £37,000
• Pharmaceutical Distribution Manager: £40,000
• Infection Control Nurse: £35,000

Currently there are no Q&As for this course. Be the first to ask a question.

Certificate of completion - Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of completion - Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £9.99