Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course. Study online. You can work through the material at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. The course covers medication types and classifications, storage and disposal, safe administration, and record-keeping and audit processes. It takes around 12 weeks to complete. There are no formal entry requirements, though you must be aged 18 or over. Earning a safe handling of medication qualification opens doors in care assistant and support worker roles.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed for learners who want to develop their understanding of the safe handling of medication in health and social care settings. It is suitable for those working in, or interested in working in, health and social care roles where medication management and safety are important.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, although learners must be aged 18 or over. It may be helpful for learners to have previously achieved a Level 1 qualification, but this is not essential.
What you will learn
You'll understand the different types of medication and how they are classified.
You'll learn how to obtain, store, handle, and dispose of medication correctly.
You'll understand the safe administration of medication, including common side effects and what to do when problems occur.
You'll learn how to monitor the effects of medication on individuals.
You'll understand the record-keeping requirements for medication administration.
You'll develop knowledge of audit processes and the responsibilities and confidentiality issues involved.
How you will learn
You'll study using paper-based materials alongside online and paper assessments. All learning and assessment is completed remotely. There is no requirement to attend a classroom. TQUK issues an e-certificate on achievement.
What you will need to bring
Professional Training Solutions will confirm anything you need before you start. Most materials are provided as part of the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support clients with medication in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: assist individuals with daily needs including medication management.
Home care worker: deliver personal care and medication support in clients' homes.
Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical staff in health and social care settings.
Domiciliary care worker: provide care and medication assistance in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering the full range of care skills, useful if you want to strengthen your overall care knowledge alongside your safe handling of medication certificate.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: a more specialist qualification for those taking on greater responsibility for medication administration.
