Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines QCF Level 2
NVQ
Distance
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
100h
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
If you want to gain a knowledge of Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines so that you can embark on a rewarding career or you are already working in a related field and want to improve your career prospects, then this is the course for you.
The course is designed to complement your practical work, as it will help you to underpin your practice with theoretical knowledge. It will also give you the opportunity to look at other parts of the job you may not currently be involved with.
This course is divided into four core units, each one concentrating on an important aspect of the managing and safe handling of medicines.
Important information
Government funding available
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About this course
You do not need any prior learning knowledge or experience to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone who wishes to take part in a highly rewarding home study course, although you would be expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.
You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.
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Subjects
- Medication Handling
- Medication
- Medication quality
- Medication regulations
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacovigilance
- Administration
- Record Keeping
- Audit
- Storage system management
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Distance Learning Provider
A Distance Learning Course is the ideal way to gain a qualification without having the worry of trying to fit your studies around your everyday life. You can complete your studies in your own time and we are on hand seven days a week to help you plan your future.
Course programme
- Unit 1: Understand medication and prescriptions
- Unit 2: Supply, storage and disposal of medication
- Unit 3: Understand the requirements for the safe administration of medication
- Unit 4: Record keeping and audit processes for medication administration and storage
The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines qualification consists of a combination of internally and externally set assignments which are marked by your tutor and are moderated by NCFE.
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Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines QCF Level 2