Level 4 Medication Administration Training - CPD Accredited

Royal Open College

MCQ-Based Examination

Included in course price

• Module 1: Introduction to Medication Control and Administration 10:42

  • 1: Module 1: Introduction to Medication Control and Administration 10:42

• Module 2: Medication Legislation and Guidance in the UK 10:55

  • 2: Module 2: Medication Legislation and Guidance in the UK 10:55

• Module 3. Core Principles of Medicine Optimisation 12:45

  • 3: Module 3. Core Principles of Medicine Optimisation 12:45

• Module 4: Understanding Medications Types, Uses, and Their Role in Patient Care 21:16

  • 4: Module 4: Understanding Medications Types, Uses, and Their Role in Patient Care 21:16

• Module 5: Polypharmacy and Medication 09:46

  • 5: Module 5: Polypharmacy and Medication 09:46

• Module 6: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics 17:13

  • 6: Module 6: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics 17:13

• Module 7: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance 12:18

  • 7: Module 7: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance 12:18

• Module 8: Pain Management and Control 13:21

  • 8: Module 8: Pain Management and Control 13:21

• Module 9: Managing Medication in Residential Aged Care 10:59

  • 9: Module 9: Managing Medication in Residential Aged Care 10:59

• Module 10: Medication in Palliative and End-of-Life Care 10:07

  • 10: Module 10: Medication in Palliative and End-of-Life Care 10:07

• Module 11: Consent, Capacity, and Medication 12:37

  • 11: Module 11: Consent, Capacity, and Medication 12:37

• Module 12: Introduction to Pharmacy Practice 17:03

  • 12: Module 12: Introduction to Pharmacy Practice 17:03

• Module 13: Pharmaceutical Calculations and Dosage Forms 20:03

  • 13: Module 13: Pharmaceutical Calculations and Dosage Forms 20:03

• Module 14: Pharmaceutical Dispensing and Inventory Management 15:45

  • 14: Module 14: Pharmaceutical Dispensing and Inventory Management 15:45

• Module 15: Over-the-Counter Medications and Self Care 12:17

  • 15: Module 15: Over-the-Counter Medications and Self Care 12:17

• Module 16: Understanding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 14:29

  • 16: Module 16: Understanding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 14:29

• Module 17: Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy 15:17

  • 17: Module 17: Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy 15:17

• MCQ Assessment 03:00

  • 18: MCQ Assessment 03:00

• Course Completion 02:00

  • 19: Final Words! 01:00
  • 20: Order Your CPD Certified Certificate (Optional) 01:00

• Bonus Course: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 24:08

  • 21: Module 01 Introduction to GDPR 05:36
  • 22: Module 02 Scope of GDPR 05:04
  • 23: Module 03 Roles and responsibilities 05:28
  • 24: Module 04 Monitoring and Reviewing Medication 08:00

Medication Administration Training

The Level 4 Medication Administration Training is a CPD-accredited programme designed to provide in-depth knowledge and advanced competencies for professionals responsible for administering and managing medications. This course explores legal, ethical, and clinical principles to ensure safe and effective medication practices across healthcare settings. It is ideal for healthcare assistants, nursing staff, support workers, and team leaders aiming to enhance their professional capabilities in line with UK guidelines and best practices.

Curriculum of the Medication Administration Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Medication Control and Administration
Gain a foundational understanding of medication management in healthcare, including the responsibilities of healthcare professionals and the importance of safe, legal, and ethical practices.

Module 2: Medication Legislation and Guidance in the UK
Explore key UK legislation and regulatory frameworks that govern medication use, including the Medicines Act, Controlled Drugs regulations, and guidance from the MHRA and NICE.

Module 3: The Four Principles of Medicine Optimisation
Learn how to apply the four principles—patient-centred care, evidence-based choice of medicines, safe use, and adherence—to ensure the most effective use of medicines.

Module 4: Types of Medications and Their Uses
Examine common drug classifications, routes of administration, and the therapeutic uses of various medications in treating acute and chronic conditions.

Module 5: Polypharmacy and Medication
Examine the challenges of polypharmacy, especially in older adults or those with multiple conditions, and learn how to manage and reduce the risk of adverse interactions.

Module 6: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Gain insight into how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolises, and excretes drugs, and how drugs interact with the body at the molecular level.

Module 7: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance
Understand the principles of antimicrobial stewardship, the risks of antibiotic resistance, and how healthcare professionals can ensure responsible prescribing and use.

Module 8: Pain Management and Control
Explore pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies for managing acute and chronic pain in different patient populations, including opioid use and risk mitigation.

Module 9: Managing Medication in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs)
Learn about the specific responsibilities, systems, and protocols for managing medication in aged care, including documentation, audits, and compliance.

Module 10: Medication in Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Understand the principles of medication use in palliative care settings, including symptom control, ethical considerations, and patient comfort.

Module 11: Consent, Capacity, and Medication
Examine the legal and ethical aspects of obtaining informed consent, assessing mental capacity, and making decisions in the best interests of the patient.

Medication Administration Training

Anyone who is interested can enrol in this Training course.

Note: Our course is not a regulated course. If You want to get qualified, you can consider the following options:

• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF)
• NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care
• Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Medication Handling and Administration for Care Settings (RQF)
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care (RQF)
• NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care
• NVQ Health and social care
• Level 1 First Certificate in Health and Social Care
• Level 2 First Certificate in Health and Social Care
• Level 2 Certificate in Working with Customers in Health and Social Care (RQF)
• Level 2 NVQ Health and social care
• Level 3 NVQ Health and social care
• Level 4 NVQ Health and social care
• Level 5 NVQ Health and social care
• Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care (VRQ)

Medication Administration Training

There is no prior requirement to enrol on this course. All you need to enrol in this Training program is a smart device and stable internet connection.

Medication Administration Training

• Certified Registered Medication Aide: £25,190 - £31,890 per year
• Healthcare Assistant: £18,000 - £26,000 per year
• Senior Care Worker: £22,000 - £35,000 per year
• Clinical Support Worker: £20,000 - £28,000 per year
• Pharmacy Technician: £22,000 - £35,000 per year
• Nursing Assistant: £19,000 - £26,000 per year

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