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Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD Accredited

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Price
£19.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
2 CPD hours / points
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  • Certificate of completion - Free
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  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD Accredited.

Welcome to our online Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Understanding the fundamental principles of handling, administration and storage of medicines is an essential skill for all health and care workers. All health and social care organisations must have in place adequate policies and procedures to ensure that their staff maintain service user safety and minimise the risk of drug errors and adverse events.

This course provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the safe handling of medicines. It provides an overview of the definitions and classifications of medicines according to current UK law. It also covers the relevant legalisation, guidelines and the seven rights of medication administration (and the routes of drug administration). Learners will also appreciate the importance of policies for record-keeping and the roles of the multi-disciplinary team.

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)

Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD Accredited.

CPD

2 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Course aims

This online Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care training course aims to develop the awareness and competencies of health and social care staff working in community settings.

Learning outcomes

The learning outcomes of this online Safe Handling of Medication in Home 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, and
  • Outline the principal legal aspects of handling medicines.

Why is this online Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care training course important?

The aim of this online Safe Handling and Administration of Medication training is to update or impart medication knowledge following your organisation’s policies and procedures. The 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 are wasted unnecessarily every year within the NHS. Up to 50% of patients do not take the medication they have been prescribed.

Our medication management training courses are essential for registered nurses and support workers who need to handle and administer medication safely.

What is covered in this course?

This Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care e-learning course covers the following:

  • Introduction into the safe handling of medicines
  • Legislation and guidance of medication management
  • Key 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
  • Record keeping
  • Self-administration of medicines
  • Safe disposal of medicines
  • Dealing with significant events involving the handling and administration of medicines.

Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD Accredited.

Who is this course for?

This Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care e-learning 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.

Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD 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.

Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD 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).

Safe Handling of Medication in Home Care - Level 2 - Online Course - CPD Accredited.

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Sarah haq asked:

Hi, would I receive a paper/ hard copy of my certificate for the safe handling of medication level 2?

Answer:

Good morning Sarah, Thank you for contacting us. On completion of each module or training programme (and achieving the required pass mark(s)), you will be able to download a pdf certificate or request a hard copy. For the hard copy of the certificate(s), please contact our Support Team to make a request. Please note that an additional fee of £8.95 applies for postage and handling in the UK and it will be dispatched to you within 3-5 working days. Kind regards, Harold

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Annette asked:

I have just completed medication course on line but have not received a certificate. How do I get one please

Answer:

Good afternoon Once you have successfully completed the end of course assessment, you can go to your learner profile page and click the 'My Certificates' link. This will download the certificate to your device If you need any further help, please let us know Thanks LearnPac Support Team

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Frecy asked:

Good Evening, How to purchase the course. Thank you.

Answer:

Good afternoon Frecy, Thank you for contacting us. To enrol onto an e-learning course through our website, please add the selected course(s) to the basket. From there, you will be redirected to the secure checkout page where you can pay using a credit/debit card. Should you require any further support, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Lovejoy

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Sunshine2018 asked:

Where shoukd i do the medication training? After completing the online courses? I am working in a care home already.

Answer:

Good morning Sunshine. • All course content and assessments must be completed online within our LearnPac e-learning portal. • Once you have gone through the learning materials, you will be redirected to the 'End of Course Assessment'. • On successful completion, you will be able to download, save and print your CPD certificate (pdf format). Should you require any further support, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Herson

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Mandy asked:

Would this course enable me to administer medication in a care home ?

Answer:

Good morning Mandy, Thank you for your message. You will have to attend a practical session and gain a full qualification for this. Our courses are ideal for learners looking to up-skill their theoretical knowledge of safe handling of medication and is ideal for refreshers. Kind regards, Harold

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Laura asked:

What happens if you fail the course

Answer:

Good morning Laura, Thank you for contacting us, If you fail, are you able to redo the course. Learners have unlimited access to the learning materials for 365 days. If learners fail the end of course assessment, they can redo the course or reattempt the end of course assessment as many times as required. If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards Ivy LearnPac Support Team

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maria asked:

Hi! I can't find the link to pay for this online training, I also can't find the start button for the course

Answer:

Good afternoon Maria, To enrol onto an e-learning course through our website, please add the course to your basket. From there, you will be able to go to our secure checkout page to complete your booking and make payment using a credit/debit card. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further support. Kind regards, Rita LearnPac Support Team

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Mirela Florina asked:

Hi, i don't find where i should start my module

Answer:

Good evening Mirela, Thank you for your message. Please check your mailbox, the link has been sent over for you to start the online course. Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Rita LearnPac Support Team

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Amanda asked:

Hi - I work in an SEMH school where we have students who require daily medication. Would this course be suitable for our staff to complete?

Answer:

Good morning Amanda Many thanks for your enquiry No, this course doesn’t cover the full requirements of SEMH school. It was designed for adults in healthcare settings. Please send us your details through email for future reference we will update you as soon as we have it developed. Kind regards Support Team

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Vickie asked:

If i purchase 9 courses do i get 9 different logins?

Answer:

Good morning Thank you for your message That is correct, each learner/student enrolled will have a unique ID and set of credentials to access the module That way the certificate achieved at the end of the course will display the intended learner's name Thanks LP Support Team

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Jem asked:

Would this course suit staff in a prison environment who issue prescribed medications?

Answer:

Good morning Jem Many thanks for your message. Our Safe Handling of Medication Level 2 is a generic course suitable for educating learners about drugs calculations. I hope that this will been helpful Kind regards LearnPac SupportTeam

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Schools asked:

Would this course be suitable for staff working within a school who manage and administer medication to pupils?

Answer:

Good afternoon Yes, this course would certainly be suitable for staff needing to administer medication If you have any further questions, please let us know Thanks LearnPac Support Team

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