Addressing the crucial area of medication within the domiciliary setting, this course will cover the key elements staff should be aware of when dealing with medication. Beginning with an explanation of the legislation that will affect care workers and continues by explaining the role and responsibilities of the carer this title is a vital tool for managers and trainers who need to deliver training in this important area of service delivery.
Mapped to the Care Certificate, RQF learning points and AWIFHSC Standards, this will prove to be an invaluable training resource.
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Addressing the crucial area of medication within the domiciliary setting, this course will cover the key elements staff should be aware of when dealing with medication. Beginning with an explanation of the legislation that will affect care workers and continues by explaining the role and responsibilities of the carer this title is a vital tool for managers and trainers who need to deliver training in this important area of service delivery.
Mapped to the Care Certificate, RQF learning points and AWIFHSC Standards, this will prove to be an invaluable training resource.
Looking for the Care Home course? Click here
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Overview
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Home Care 8: Medication.
6 Interactive Chapters, Assessment Quiz and a CPD Accredited Certificate
Subjects covered include:
- An Introduction to Legislation
- Policies and Procedures
- Types and Classification of Medication
- Working with Other Professionals
- Maintaining Medication Records
- Collection, Storage and Disposal of Medication
- Principles of Safe Medication Handling
- Supporting Self Administration
- Recognising and Reporting Changes to the Individual
- Administering Medication
- Reporting Mistakes
England
Care Certificate Standard 13
NOS: CHS2, CHS 6, SCDHSC0022, SCDHSC0223, SCDHSC0032
RQF: Understand the administration of medication (Level 2 Diploma in Care, Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support)
Wales
All Wales Induction Framework for Health and Social Care (AWIFHSC) Sections 3 & 4
Scotland
National Care Standards
Northern Ireland
NISCC’s Induction Standards
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