Principles of Medication Handling and Administration for Care Settings (RQF) Level 2 Certificate

Explain the legislation, policy, and duty of care requirements that govern medication management in care settings.Identify common medication types, forms, and routes of administration used in regulated care environments.Apply safe…

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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£200.00

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This RQF-aligned blended certificate develops the knowledge and practical competence required to handle and administer medication safely in regulated care settings. It combines structured online learning, a supervised practical workshop, and ongoing workplace reassessment to support safe, accountable practice.

Course Content

6 Sections20 Lessons1h 30m
Introduction
1 Lesson
  • 📄 Welcome
Medication Governance and Accountability
8 Lessons
  • 📄 Legislation and Policy Requirements
  • 📄 Roles, Responsibilities, and Consent Requirements
  • 📝 Governance quiz
    QUIZ
  • 📝 Governance quiz
    QUIZ
  • 📄 Medication Types, Forms, and Routes
  • 📄 Safe Storage, Handling, and Disposal Requirements
  • 📝 Storage quiz
    QUIZ
  • 📝 Storage quiz
    QUIZ
Safe Medication Administration Practice
4 Lessons
  • 📄 Preparation for Safe Administration
  • 📄 Safe Administration Procedures
  • 📝 Administration quiz
    QUIZ
  • 📝 Administration quiz
    QUIZ
Medication Records and Incident Management
4 Lessons
  • 📄 Medication Records and Reporting Requirements
  • 📄 Medication Errors, Omissions, and Incident Response
  • 📝 Errors quiz
    QUIZ
  • 📝 Errors quiz
    QUIZ
Practical Competency and Assessment
2 Lessons
  • 📄 Practical Workshop and Competency Requirements
  • 📝 Summative Knowledge Assessment
    QUIZ
Summary
1 Lesson
  • 📄 Key Takeaways

Skills and Knowledge

Medication safety Care compliance Administration routes Safe storage MAR recording Error reporting Practical competency

What You'll Learn

  • Explain the legislation, policy, and duty of care requirements that govern medication management in care settings.
  • Identify common medication types, forms, and routes of administration used in regulated care environments.
  • Apply safe procedures for storing, handling, and disposing of medication.
  • Follow correct processes to administer medication safely and within role boundaries.
  • Record medication administration accurately and respond appropriately to errors, concerns, and incidents.
  • Demonstrate practical medication handling and administration techniques in a supervised competency setting.

Who Is This Course For?

Personal Assistants

Individuals supporting someone through Direct Payments.

Employers

Those employing a Personal Assistant or support worker.

Family Members

Family or friends managing care and support.

Care Professionals

Carers who want to understand employer responsibilities.

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