All those working in a Care Environment.

Subjects covered

• What is Medication?
• Legislation
• Policies & Procedures
• Reporting, Service User’s files and Record Keeping
• Storage of Medicines and Security
• Supply and Dispensing
• Safe Disposal of Medication
• Controlled Drugs
• Pharmaceutical Advice
• Self Administration by Service Users
• Respite, Day Care, Transfer and Discharge of Service Users

Outcomes

On completing this qualification candidates will have a greater understanding of and abilty in this particular discipline.

Course Information

Duration: 3-4 hour short course
Assessment: Ongoing oral assessment
Certification: Successful candidates will receive a certificate
Prerequisite: None