This half-day, in-person course provides healthcare professionals with comprehensive training in the safe handling, administration, and management of medications. The course emphasizes regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and best practices to ensure both patient safety and effective clinical care.
Participants will:
Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in medication handling and administration
Learn best practices for safe storage, preparation, and administration of medications
Gain knowledge of various medication forms, including oral, topical, and injectable
Recognise potential side effects and adverse drug reactions, and learn appropriate response protocols
Understand the importance of accurate documentation and record-keeping for medication administration
Explore strategies to reduce medication errors and ensure patient safety
Learn how to effectively educate patients to promote medication adherence and informed use
This course is ideal for:
Registered Nurses
Healthcare Assistants
Carers and Support Workers
Any professionals involved in the administration or oversight of medications
Duration: Half Day (½ day)
Mode: In-person training only
Assessment: Practical demonstrations and written assessment
Participants will receive a Medications Handling and Management Certificate, valid for 2 years.
Course content aligns with current UK healthcare legislation, including:
Mental Health Act (MHA) 1983
Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005
Health and Social Care Act 2008
