Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, from home or any location that suits you. The course covers how to administer, store, dispose of, and record medicines safely, along with understanding prescriptions and audit processes. You need to be aged 19 or over and hold at least a Level 1 English or Literacy qualification. The provider can assess your English level before you enrol. This course is designed for people already working in a health and social care setting. It takes approximately 120 hours to complete.
Who this course is for
The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners' knowledge and understanding of how to administer, store, dispose of and process medicines safely, and provides learners with an understanding of medication and prescriptions. This qualification is intended to prepare learners' skills in this subject area and to prepare them for further learning or training. This course is only suitable for those already working within a Health and Social Care environment or similar setting as you will need to draw on workplace experiences. This qualification can be used to update and continue your professional development, (CPD), and to develop knowledge/skills relevant to the occupational specialisation.
Entry requirements
You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.
What you will learn
You'll understand different types of medication and how prescriptions work.
You'll learn how to administer medication safely and in line with legal requirements.
You'll understand how to supply, store, and dispose of medicines correctly.
You'll learn the record-keeping and audit processes required for medication administration and storage.
You'll understand the responsibilities and accountability involved in handling medication in care settings.
How you will learn
This is a fully online course. You study and complete all assessments digitally, from home or any location you choose. There are no classroom sessions. The course is divided into four units covering medication and prescriptions, supply and storage, safe administration, and record keeping. Assessment is online throughout.
What you will need to bring
You will need reliable internet access and a device to study and complete online assessments. Boston College Skirbeck Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support clients with medication in residential or home care.
Senior care assistant: take on medication administration responsibilities in a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: manage medication rounds for clients in their own homes.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff with medication processes in NHS or private settings.
Supported living worker: help residents with complex needs manage their medication safely.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior care roles and supervisory positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering core care skills alongside medication knowledge.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: a more advanced qualification for those taking on greater responsibility for medication processes in a care setting.
