Level 3 Control and Administration of Medicines

This online Control and Administration of Medicines content is designed to provide users with an understanding of the correct procedures to follow when prescribing and administering medicines, in both a social and domiciliary care environment Delegates will learn how to keep records of each administration, as well as all incoming and outgoing medicines, so as to ensure that the risk of error is minimised. Within this content, you’ll also find the “Knowledge Set for Medication” content modules covered as defined by Skills for Care and Development in 2005. Upon successful completion, users will require to be observed to competently administer a range of medication.

Benefits

• Improve your career prospects.
• Learn valuable knowledge, skills, advice and guidance to help you achieve success.
• Study online from anywhere.
• Study at your own pace.
• Download and print your industry recognised certificate on successful completion.

Who can take the course?
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements.

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into bite-sized modules. You're free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each section, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web-based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers and most tablet devices etc. so you can even study while on the move! As long as you have access to the internet, you should be able to study anywhere that's convenient.

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all the modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at a time and location of your choosing.

What if I don't pass the test?
If you don’t pass the test first time then you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

How long does it take to complete the course?

This course is ideal for anyone working within the health and care sectors who have access to or are responsible for administering controlled drugs.

There are no formal requirements for this course.

Upon successful completion of the course, learners may be able to pursue a career in the health care or private care sectors. This could include roles such as a health care assistant, carer or beginning a career on the nursing or medical pathways.

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

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included