Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day over 16 weeks. You'll need to be working or volunteering in a health and social care setting, or a similar environment, and have a basic level of written English. The course covers how to handle, administer, and manage medication safely and correctly within care settings. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit and to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Part time
Entry requirements
Be working or volunteering in a health and social care environment or other relevant working environment; have a basic level of English in order to complete the written assessments.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legislation and policies that govern medication handling in health and social care.
You'll learn how different types of medication work and what they're used for.
You'll understand the correct procedures for storing, handling, and disposing of medication safely.
You'll learn how to support individuals to take their medication and respect their right to refuse.
You'll understand how to record and report medication administration accurately.
You'll recognise the risks of medication errors and how to prevent them.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, part-time during the day at Newcastle College. Learning is supported by written assessments, which is why a basic level of English is required before you start. You'll work through the course content at a manageable pace across 16 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College 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
Senior care worker: take on medication responsibility within a care team
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff with medication administration
Domiciliary care worker: manage medication safely during home visits
Supported living worker: help individuals with complex needs manage their medication
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): 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 alongside or after this Certificate.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: for those wanting to deepen their knowledge and take on greater responsibility for medication in a care setting.
