Free Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. Medicines are powerful substances, and anyone working with them needs solid, current knowledge. This course covers how to handle medication safely and what can go wrong when it isn't handled correctly. The course typically takes 35 weeks. You must be aged 19 or over, resident in England, and have lived in the EU for the last three years.
Who this course is for
Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe consequences, including death. Having good up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential for anyone working with medication.
Entry requirements
To enrol for Telford College Distance Learning you must be aged 19+ as of the 31/08/25, be a resident of England and have lived in the EU for the last three years. You cannot be currently studying on any other course with us or another provider. For more info, please contact [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll understand why safe medication handling matters and the risks of getting it wrong.
You'll learn the types of medication commonly used in health and social care settings.
You'll understand the legal and regulatory framework around medication administration.
You'll learn how to store, handle, and dispose of medicines correctly.
You'll understand the role of consent and capacity when supporting someone with medication.
You'll recognise the signs of medication errors and know how to respond.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams to sit in a centre. Telford College Wellington will support you throughout, and you can contact the clinical admin team with any questions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College Wellington 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: administer or prompt medication during home visits.
Support worker: assist people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Residential care worker: support medication routines in care home environments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior care roles and team leader positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader health and social care qualification that covers a wider range of care skills alongside medication knowledge.
Level 3 Award in Medication Management: a more advanced qualification for those taking on greater responsibility for medication in a care setting.
