DISTANCE LEARNING - CERTIFICATE IN UNDERSTANDING SAFE HANDLING OF MEDICINES LV 2Level 2 Part Time

The programme covers a wide range of information, best practice and legislation including an introduction to the types of medication that an individual is likely to encounter, explanation of the correct storage and handling of medication as well as legislative requirements for audit process and issues and accountability and responsibility.

Upon enrolment you will be provided with learner support materials that will give you the knowledge and understanding required to undertake the assessments. To be awarded the qualification you need to successfully complete the following workbooks.

This workbook will introduce the many types of medicines you may come across in your workplace. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

This workbook contains information about the way medication is prescribed, supplied and stored. You will look at the requirements for storing different medicines as well as how medicines are ordered,  dispensed and disposed of. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

This workbook covers how medications should be administered in a safe and hygienic way, and in a way that respects individuality, privacy, choice and independence. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

This workbook covers responsibility and accountability in relation to handling medication. You will also look at the different records that need to be kept in order to comply with legal requirements. When you have completed this workbook you should know and understand:

As you work through the learning materials you will have the support of a knowledgeable assessor/tutor who will give you support, advice and guidance on the course content as well as providing robust feedback on the work you complete. Upon successful completion of the course you will be awarded the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines.