Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College during the day, part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers how medication is used, stored, and administered safely in health and social care settings. It takes around one hour to complete. Earning this safe handling of medication in health and social care qualification supports you in roles where medication handling is part of daily care work.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand the types of medication commonly used in health and social care settings.
You'll learn the legal and regulatory framework around medication handling.
You'll understand how to store and dispose of medication safely.
You'll learn how to support individuals to take their medication correctly.
You'll understand the risks of errors in medication handling and how to avoid them.
You'll learn how to record and report medication-related information accurately.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bedford College. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of medication handling procedures. There are no practical clinical placements required for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support clients with medication as part of daily care
Senior care assistant: take on medication responsibilities with added oversight
Domiciliary care worker: administer medication safely in clients' homes
Residential care worker: handle medication in care home settings
Support worker: assist individuals with complex needs including medication
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Care: the main qualification for working in adult social care, covering a broad range of care skills.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: moves you toward senior or supervisory roles in care settings.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: deepens your knowledge for roles with greater medication responsibility.
