Certificate in understanding the safe handling of medication
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your knowledge and understanding of medications used in health and social care, how to safely store, dispose and administer them.
Course overview
At a glance
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LevelLevel 2
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Duration8 weeks
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Location
Liverpool City Region,
Tees Valley,
Rest of England,
Greater Manchester,
West Yorkshire,
West Midlands
About the courseAbout the course
About the course:This course is approved by Skills For Care and has received Quality Assured Care Learning Service approval. The Quality Assured Care Learning Service reviews training provider and course quality, making sure training is accessible, high-quality, and meets the needs of both the workforce and people who draw on care and support.
This course will give you an in-depth understanding of medications used in the health and social care sector and how to handle them appropriately so that you can best support those in your care.
This short course will run via weekly webinars, giving you the opportunity to do your coursework at home. You will receive a professional Level 2 qualification awarded to you by TQUK.
To register interest, please fill out this expression of interest form.
This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 19 and working in the health and social care sector. Whether you are at a junior or senior level it is a valued qualification to apply for.
It is an ideal programme for you if you are working in health and social care as it will cover the best practices you should use when handling medications.
What you’ll learn:
You will cover a range of topics to help you develop and expand your knowledge and skills.
Learning topics include:
- Understanding mental health
- Understanding stress
- Understanding anxiety
- Understanding phobias
- Understanding depression
- Understanding post-natal depression
- Understanding bipolar disorder
- Understanding schizophrenia
- Understanding dementia
- Understanding eating disorders
- Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Understanding Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
How you’ll learn
Throughout the course you will receive support for your learning and have access to a range of resources.
You’ll learn through:
- Live webinars
- Remote working
- Dedicated support
- Online assessments
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