Medication Management
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- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
- Tutor is available to students
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Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Welcome to our online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course for health and social care providers in home care settings. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).
Our online courses are developed in line with the latest UK legislation and meet the requirements set out by the National Health Service (NHS), UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Skills for Care, Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and other professional and regulatory bodies.
Certificate duration: 2 years
Entry requirements: No entry restrictions
Recommended prerequisites: N/A
Assessment type: End of course assessment
Assessment pass mark – 80% needed to pass and gain a CPD certificate
Cost(s) of assessment and certification – All costs included in the course price
Awarding/Accrediting body – CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).
Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
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Course aims and objectives
The aims of this online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course is to develop the awareness and competencies of health and social care staff working in community settings.
Learning outcomes
The aims and objectives of this online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course are to:
- To provide the learner with a clear understanding of the legislation and guidelines regarding the management of medication management,
- Provide an understanding of the ordering, receiving, administering, storing and disposing of medicines safely,
- Identify the processes and procedures for obtaining and receiving supplies,
- Explain how drugs are administered and how problems may occur,
- Describe how to store and dispose of drugs safely and securely,
- State the principles underpinning the proper administration of medication,
- Outline the principal legal aspects of handling medicines,
- To provide essential medication management training resources in an engaging and meaningful way, and
- To provide a FREE blended learning environment that is available to all individuals and businesses.
Why is this Medication Management for Domiciliary Care course essential?
The aim of this online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course is to update or impart medication knowledge following your organisation’s policies and procedures. The Medication Management for Domiciliary Care course is essential for nurses and support workers who need to handle and administer medication daily safely.
Medicines management is a system of processes and behaviours that determines the way that patients and other service users use medicines. Getting medicine use “right” has the potential to not only improve patient outcomes but also contribute to patient safety.
It is estimated that up to £150 million worth of medicines is wasted unnecessarily every year within the NHS. Up to 50% of patients do not take the medication they have been prescribed.
We provide medication management training courses for registered nurses and support workers to need to handle and administer medication safely.
What is covered in this course?
This online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course covers the following:
- Introduction to medication management domiciliary care,
- Legislation and guidance of medication management,
- Fundamental principles of medication management,
- Service user needs assessment,
- The consent to treatment,
- Obtaining medication,
- General support with medications,
- The principles of safe administration of medicines,
- Awareness of specific medications,
- Practical considerations for the safe management of medicines,
- Service users with swallowing difficulties,
- Covert administration of medicines,
- Recordkeeping,
- Self-administration of medicines,
- Safe disposal of medicines, and
- Dealing with significant events involving relating to the handling and administration of medicines.
Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Who is this course for?
This online Medication Management for Domiciliary Care training course should be completed by those who work in community health and social care services, including:
- Domiciliary care workers,
- Home caregivers,
- Locum and agency care workers,
- Community healthcare assistants,
- Support workers, and
- Care assistants.
Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Requirements
Learn anywhere, anytime on any device.
You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.
Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.
Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Career path
Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.
Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).
Medication Management for Domiciliary Care - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Questions and answers
How often do you need to re do this training I did mine in December 2019
Answer:Good morning Tracey, Thank you for contacting us. Please note that where applicable, the recommended renewal date will be indicated on your certificate. Some sectors, for example, first aid, health and social care, require their employees to complete statutory and mandatory training annually, biannually or every three years. Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Rita
This was helpful.Hello. I am currently working in care and want to do my meds training. Will the give me the qualifications to go further in my role? (Go to senior)
Answer:Good morning Hallk, Thank you for contacting us. Our courses are ideal for learners looking to up-skill their theoretical knowledge is ideal for refreshers. Should you require any further support, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Herson
This was helpful.If I complete the course will I get a Digital certificate copy straight away or will I have to wait?
Answer:Good morning Emily, Thank you for contacting us. After completing the end of course assessment with a passing mark of 80% or more, you will be able to download, save and/or print a quality assured CPD certificate (in pdf format). You can either: • Click the ‘My Certificates’ link to download all certificates to your device in a zip file, or • Click the ‘Course Progress Overview’ tab to download a copy of a CPD certificate for each specific module. Kind regards, Herson
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CPD Certified Certificate
Digital certificate - Included
A digital CPD-certified certificate can be downloaded from the learner's account once a learner has successfully completed the course with an 80% pass mark or better in the end-of-course assessment.
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