Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This course covers how to handle medication safely and correctly as part of a health or social care role. It typically takes 7 weeks to complete. Whether you're already working in care or preparing to, a safe handling of medication in health and social care qualification gives you the knowledge employers expect.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who handles medication as part o their role.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal and ethical frameworks around medication handling in care settings.
You'll learn how to store, administer, and dispose of medication safely.
You'll identify the different types of medication and their common uses.
You'll recognise the risks of errors and how to prevent them.
You'll understand how to record and report medication-related information accurately.
You'll learn how to support individuals' rights and choices around their medication.
How you will learn
You'll study online through written materials and activities at your own pace. Assessment is by written questions or assignments completed online. There are no exams to attend in person. You submit your work digitally, and a tutor will mark and give feedback on your responses.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learning Curve Courses 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 lead responsibilities in a care team
Domiciliary carer: handle medication safely during home visits
Residential support worker: administer and record medication in supported living
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff with medication processes
Personal assistant: manage medication for individuals in private care arrangements
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 alongside medication awareness.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those moving into senior or supervisory roles, including more responsibility for medication management.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: a specialist qualification for those taking on a medication lead or coordinator role.
