Control and Administration of Medicines Level 3 (accredited)

Course Objectives:
1. Describe the key legislation and guidance relating to the safe handling of medicines
2. Identify how organisational policies and procedures ensure the safe handling of medicines
3. For a range of care settings and both medical and non-medical care staff, outline the process for the prescribing, dispensing, obtaining and checking of medicines
4. Outline the range of support and guidance available relating to medicines and explain the importance of confidentiality relating to disclosure about individuals' medication
5. Identify the types, purpose and classification of medicines commonly administered
6. Explain the routes by which medicines may be administered, the related rules for administration and level of competence required
7. Outline the importance of checking for, recognising and reporting effects that can occur as a result of an adverse reaction, a contraindication or an interaction between medicines
8. Explain the need to gain consent and undertake risk assessment prior to the self or secondary administration of medicines
9. Describe the importance of the preparation for and administration of medicines to ensure accuracy
10. Identify the importance of accurate recording for the administration and refusal of medicines and administration errors
11. Recognise the requirements to validate the accuracy of safe storage and recording for medicines and for their safe disposal

Delivery:	Distance
Category:	Medicines and Medication