Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. It covers the knowledge care workers need to handle medication safely and responsibly in health and social care settings. Topics include legislation, types of medication, safe storage and disposal, and the role of the care worker in medication administration. The course typically takes 16 weeks. You'll complete a free safe handling of medication qualification recognised in adult social care.
Who this course is for
This qualification provides learners with underpinning knowledge in areas such as healthy eating nutritional needs weight management eating disorders and food safety in the home environment. The qualification supports the Government drive to empower individuals to make healthy choices a key focus of which is the need to educate and change behaviour on diet and nutrition to reduce the prevalence of obesity.
Entry requirements
A willingness to learn about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and how to promote and encourage this in others.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legislation and regulations that govern medication handling in health and social care.
You'll learn the different types and forms of medication and their common uses.
You'll understand the principles of safe storage, handling, and disposal of medication.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to medication errors and adverse reactions.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers in supporting medication administration.
You'll learn how to maintain accurate medication records.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through written learning materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge questions submitted online. Education Training Collective will mark your work and provide feedback. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Education Training Collective 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.
Home care worker: assist people in their own homes, including medication support.
Healthcare support worker: work alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Residential support worker: provide day-to-day care in supported living environments.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver personal care and medication assistance in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for care workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering the full range of adult social care practice, useful if you want to build on this Certificate.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: deepens your knowledge for roles with greater medication responsibility.
