Handling and Administering of Medicines
Acquire knowledge of the principles, policies and procedures for dealing with medicines.
Overview
The purpose of this course is to provide guidance for people in every aspect of health care who are involved in the handling and administering of medicines. The course sets out the principles of safe and appropriate handling of medicines and explains how these apply in specific services.
More detail
Course syllabus
Module 1: Handling and Administering of Medicines
- Course Introduction
Outlines the purpose, scope and structure of the course.
- Core Principles
Lists and explains the eight core principles that underpin safe, appropriate medicines handling in all care settings.
- Policies and Procedures
Covers medicines policies, what constitutes controlled drugs (CDs), special arrangements for CDs, administration and record-keeping requirements, disposal processes, and handling of non-prescribed CDs.
- Disposal
Explains correct disposal of excess or unwanted medicines and the importance of accurate recording within social care services.
- Effective Communication
Emphasises communication with GP surgeries and pharmacies, discusses medicine volumes and stock control, and details correct storage for different medicine types.
- Care Settings
Outlines policies, procedures and best practice for handling and administering medicines across settings, including domiciliary care and day services.
- Help with Medicines
Defines safe administration to maximise benefit and minimise harm, encourages self-administration where possible, and explains when and how care workers should provide assistance.
Obtaining your certificate
You will need to pass a multiple-choice exam at the end of the course in order to gain your accreditation. Once passed, we will send your official certificate by email.