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Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you need to fit learning around other commitments. Over 15 weeks, you'll cover how to store and dispose of medicines safely, how to administer medication correctly, and how to maintain accurate records and audits. You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access to take part, and you'll complete an English initial assessment before you start.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication course covers an understanding of how to store and dispose of medicines in a safe way, how to administer medicines safely and how to ensure that record keeping and audits are completed correctly.

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Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how to store medicines safely and in line with legal requirements.
  • You'll learn how to dispose of medicines correctly and safely.
  • You'll understand how to administer medication safely to individuals in health and social care settings.
  • You'll learn how to complete medication records accurately.
  • You'll understand how to carry out medication audits and why they matter.
  • You'll recognise the responsibilities of those involved in handling medication.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. You'll complete an English initial assessment before you start, which helps confirm that online study is the right fit for you. A tutor is allocated to support you through the course. Assessment is based on the units covered in the qualification, completed online.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people with medication in residential or home care settings.
  • Home care worker: administer and record medication during home visits.
  • Support worker: assist individuals with complex needs, including medication routines.
  • Healthcare assistant: work in NHS or private healthcare supporting clinical staff.
  • Residential care worker: work in care homes where safe medication handling is a daily requirement.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior roles in adult social care, covering leadership and complex care needs.
  • Level 3 Award in Medication Management: deepens your knowledge for roles with greater medication responsibility.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader health and social care qualification that complements this Certificate and supports progression toward a full care role.
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