Topics covered include: Gain good up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines Learn how to maintain stock and record, store and dispose of medication Understand the different types of medication and how they are classified Learn the correct procedure for record-keeping and the audit process Gain relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to improve service user experience

Course fees are dependent on your personal circumstances and you may be eligible for funding. Our distance learning courses may be free to those who meet certain eligibility criteria, including: UK resident (those who live in devolved combined authorities outside Liverpool and Greater Manchester may not be eligible for course funding.) Aged 19 or over(those aged 19-23 must have already achieved at least a full level 2 qualification or equivalent e.g. a full level 2 qualification or 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or 4-9. Those who have not yet achieved a qualification at this level are not eligible to undertake one of these distance learning courses.) *The College will carry out a simple funding assessment to check eligibility. Please note, any learner who has received funding for the course and does not successfully complete will be liable to pay for the course fees.

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Health and Social Care, Online Learning

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential for anyone working with medication.

This course is a great introduction to the different types of medicines and how to record, store and handle them appropriately.

As the course is completed online, the use of a computer or laptop is recommended, however all student have access to our campus libraries including our quiet study spaces and computer suites!

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Start Date and Duration

This course has flexible start dates throughout the year.

The flexibility of the course allows you to learn at your own pace and is estimated to take up to 110 study hours to complete.

Course Content

Topics covered include:

Gain good up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines
Learn how to maintain stock and record, store and dispose of medication
Understand the different types of medication and how they are classified
Learn the correct procedure for record-keeping and the audit process
Gain relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to improve service user experience

Assessment Methods

This is an online distance learning course which is assessed through two online assessments.

Full tutor support will be provided by the College throughout the course and you will be able to contact your tutor via telephone, email and Microsoft Teams.

You will complete the course on an interactive, online learning platform and upon successful completion you will be awarded with a nationally recognised qualification and a certificate of achievement by CACHE NCFE.

Entry Requirements

No previous qualifications are necessary, although some basic computer skills are required.

This course is suitable for anyone who is already working or looking to secure a role in this industry or those wishing to progress onto further education.

Course Cost

Course fees are dependent on your personal circumstances and you may be eligible for funding. Our distance learning courses may be free to those who meet certain eligibility criteria, including:

UK resident (those who live in devolved combined authorities outside Liverpool and Greater Manchester may not be eligible for course funding.)
Aged 19 or over(those aged 19-23 must have already achieved at least a full level 2 qualification or equivalent e.g. a full level 2 qualification or 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or 4-9. Those who have not yet achieved a qualification at this level are not eligible to undertake one of these distance learning courses.)

*The College will carry out a simple funding assessment to check eligibility. Please note, any learner who has received funding for the course and does not successfully complete will be liable to pay for the course fees.

Future Progression Opportunities

This course provides fantastic progression on to further distance learning courses depending on your career aims, such as the level 2 Principles of Dementia Care or level 2 Principles of Care Planning qualifications. Take a look at our full range of online learning courses here.

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