Medication to promote good Mental health 2hrs

This two hour introductory course is for workers in residential or
community settings who wish to explore and develop an understanding of
common medicines, dispensing techniques and poly pharmacy when
supporting individuals with mental health needs.

This course is relevant to workers who support individuals in all care
settings – hospital, residential, day- or foster-care or in the individual’s
own home.

• Understand the legislative framework for the use of medication in social
care settings
• Know about common types of psychiatric medication and their use
• Understand roles and responsibilities in the use of medication in social
care settings
• Understand techniques for administering medication
• Be able to receive, store and dispose of medication supplies safely
• Know how to promote the rights of the individual when managing
medication
• Be able to support use of medication
• Be able to record and report on use of medication