Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers how to handle, administer, and store medication safely in health and social care settings. It typically takes 6 months part-time. A free safe handling of medication course for adults aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal and regulatory framework around medication in health and social care.
You'll learn how to handle and administer medication safely and correctly.
You'll understand the different types of medication and their effects.
You'll learn how to store and dispose of medication in line with current guidelines.
You'll understand how to record and report medication-related information accurately.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to medication errors and adverse reactions.
You'll understand the rights of individuals when it comes to medication and consent.
How you will learn
This is a blended course. You'll complete some study online at your own pace and attend sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus during the day. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course, and the initial assessment after application helps plan your learning from the start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus 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 settings.
Home care worker: administer and record medication during home visits.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff with medication rounds in NHS settings.
Supported living worker: help people with disabilities manage their medication safely.
Residential care worker: handle medication in care homes under supervision.
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 skills needed in adult social care.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: for those taking on greater responsibility for medication administration and oversight.
