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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines


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Summary

Price
£430 inc VAT
Or £71.67/mo. for 6 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
12 months · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

About this Course

This nationally accredited distance learning qualification in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines is designed to provide you with the theoretical knowledge that  you need to help you understand and handle medication within your workplace.

The NCFE course covers a wide range of information, best practice and legislation including an introduction to the types of medication that an individual is likely to encounter, explanation of the correct storage and handling of medication as well as legislative requirements for audit process and issues and accountability and responsibility.

Course Description

  • Upon successful completion you will have achieved a nationally recognised, QCF listed qualification at Level 2.
  • There is no need to formally attend a college, meaning that  you can learn in your own time, at a pace that suits you.
  • Receive a set of high-quality learner support materials   that will be yours to keep and use as a reference.
  • Further your personal and professional development.
  • Can evidence to the Care Quality Commission that the care home and staff are meeting outcome 9 of the Essential Standards of Quality and Safety.
  • Receive support and guidance from a dedicated team  of qualified assessors/tutors

Description

Course Content

Workbook 1 - Understanding medication and prescriptions

This workbook will introduce the many types of medicines you may come across in your workplace. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

  • The different types of medication and how they are classified.
  • Legislation and guidelines relating to medication.
  • The roles of staff and others in the medication process.
  • How to access information about medication.

Workbook 2 - Supply, storage and disposal of medication

This workbook contains information about the way medication is prescribed, supplied and stored. You will look at the requirements for storing different medicines as well as how medicines are ordered, dispensed and disposed of. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

  • How medicines are supplied and obtained.
  • The requirements for storing and safe disposal of medication.

Workbook 3 - Understanding the requirements for the safe administration of medication

This workbook covers how medications should be administered in a safe and hygienic way, and in a way that respects individuality, privacy, choice and independence. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

  • How medication is administered safely and in a way that meets individual needs.
  • How to support individuals to administer their own medication.
  • The procedures to follow when there are problems with the administration of medication.
  • How the effects of medication are monitored.

Workbook 4 - Record-keeping and audit

processes for medication administration and storage

This workbook covers responsibility and accountability in relation to handling medication. You will also look at the different records that need to be kept in order to comply with legal requirements. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

  • The audit process in relation to medication transactions and stock levels.
  • How information is recorded and confidentiality maintained.
  • Your own role in relation to accountability and responsibility..

Qualification Information

NCFE is a national Awarding Organisation, passionate about designing, developing and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. These qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. Last year alone, over 340,000 learners from over 2,000 colleges, schools and training organisations chose NCFE as the Awarding Organisation to help them move their careers forward.

http://www.ncfe.org.uk

Qualification Code 501/0037/3

NCFE Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection Level 2

A registration fee of £52.00  is due within four weeks of enrolment if you wish to receive an NCFE certificate on successful completion of your course.

Please note that certificates are issued three times per year.

Method of Study

Our courses are fully digitised so you can study on any smart device. Your learning programme is completely flexible so you can study at a pace that suits you. All our content is broken down into bite size chunks to make your learning more manageable and effective.

Method of Assessment

The course contains a number of assignments which your tutor will mark and give you valuable feedback on. We call these Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs). These can all be taken and submitted online.

Course Length Information

The guided learning hours (GLH) for this course is 110 and you can take the course over a maximum of 12 months. If you do not complete within this time them you will need to re-enrol. Extensions are not allowed.

Tutor Support

You will have access to a tutor via email and the student portal who will mark your work, guide you through the course and assist you with any problems you may have. In addition you will be supplied with a comprehensive Study Guide which will help you through the study and assessment process.

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