Administration of Medication

Overview

The course content will also depend on the type of care you provide. The course is tailored for domiciliary care and residential care settings, all our training material is design with practical knowledge from experienced trainers.

Objectives –

At the end of the lesson delegate will be able to understand:

• Legislation and organisational requirements
• Principles of Safe Handling
• Record Keeping
• Controlled drugs
• Handling Problems

Course Structure

• Introduction
• Government Regulations
• Principles of Safe Handling
• Principles of choice
• Record Keeping
• Competent Care Staff
• Preserving Dignity and Privacy
• Safe Disposal
• Medicine Storage
• Access to Professional Advice
• Controlled Drugs
• Medicine Administration
• Potential Problems

Assessment:

During this course each delegate will be asked to participate in discussions based on the information given and complete the course handbook to show understanding and competency.