Level 3 Control and Administration of Medication Online Course

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This Level 3 Control and Administration of medication online course provides all the knowledge requirements for the safe control, handling and administration of medicines in social and domiciliary care environments.

This course is designed for managers or senior care workers to enable them to supervise or undertake the administration of medicines in their particular care setting and in accordance with current legal requirements. This course meets the requirements for and covers in its entirety the Learning Outcomes for the “Knowledge Set for Medication” as defined by Skills for Care and Development in 2005.

Following successful completion, individuals must be observed by a designated person to competently administer a range of medicines. 

Aims of this course

On completion of this Control and Administration of Medication level 3 online course, you will be able to:

• Describe the key legislation and guidance relating to the safe handling of medicines
• Identify how organisational policies and procedures ensure the safe handling of medicines
• 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
• Outline the range of support and guidance available relating to medicines and explain the importance of confidentiality relating to disclosure about individuals medication
• Identify the types, purpose and classification of medicines commonly administered
• Explain the routes by which medicines may be administered, the related rules for administration and level of competence required
• 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
• Explain the need to gain consent and undertake risk assessment prior to the self or secondary administration of medicines
• Describe the importance of the preparation for and administration of medicines to ensure accuracy
• Identify the importance of accurate recording for the administration and refusal of medicines and administration errors
• Recognise the requirements to validate the accuracy of safe storage and recording for medicines and for their safe disposage.

The modules covered in this Level 3Control and Administration of Medication course are as follows:

1. Controlling Medicines

This comprehensive programme of study covers the knowledge a manager or senior care worker needs to enable them to supervise or undertake the administration of medicines in their care establishment, in accordance with current legal and organizational requirements.

The programme will focus primarily on the:

• Legislation relating to the control, handling, and administration of medicines.
• Differences between policies and procedures and their importance in relation to medication processes.
• Roles, responsibilities, and boundaries for the practice of individuals in relation to the control, handling, and administration of medicines.
• Types of medicines prescribed and their related routes of administration.
• Safe practices relating to the control, handling, and administration of medicines.

To provide a rounded learning experience, we have added a few extra topics relating to the administration of medicines. These are not identified within the Skills for Care Knowledge Set and will not be formally assessed. They are optional components included for individuals who have an interest in the subjects and who may have clients with specific needs in relation to medication.

2. Managing Medicines

Before any medicine can be administered, it must be prescribed, collected, and logged into the care establishment's records and systems. This section will look at these processes and explore the roles of various members of the care team.

We will explore the:

• Prescribing, dispensing, obtaining, and checking of medicines and the roles that various members of the care team play, as well as the role of the care worker in a variety of care settings.
• Importance of seeking guidance and support when queries arise in relation to medicines and related doses. We will also identify appropriate sources for guidance and support.
• Need for confidentiality and the rules for disclosure of information relating to an individual's medication.

3. Types of Medicine

Medicines are taken for many different reasons, such as to:

• Treat a condition - e.g. an antibiotic to treat an infection.
• Control a condition - e.g. a medicine to lower blood pressure.
• Treat the symptoms of a condition - e.g. a painkiller for toothache.
• Prevent illness - e.g. a vaccination against disease.

When it comes to administering medicines, the more knowledgeable the practitioner, the safer they will be. To help you gain the knowledge required to support your practice, this section will examine:

• The range and type of medicines you will administer and their purpose and legal classification.
• The routes by which medicines are administered.
• The signs and symptoms of side effects and adverse reactions to medicines.
• The importance of checking for and understanding contraindications and interactions between various medicines.

4. Medicine Administration

In this section of the programme, we will explore three key areas, namely the:

1. Importance of seeking consent and ensuring appropriate risk assessment prior to the administration of medicines, whether the medicines are administered by the service user themselves or a designated member of the care team.
2. Administration and control of the medicines, with specific focus on:

• Preparation
• Administration
• Recording (including medicines administered or refused and administration errors).

3. Audit process to ensure safe and accurate:

• Storage and disposal of medicines
• Stock control.

Why train with us?

• Quick and easy to complete.
• Course created by experts.
• Accredited by The CPD Accreditation Group
• 100% online, learn at your own time and pace
• Translates into over 100 different languages
• Free Retakes.
• Download and print your accredited CPD certificate on successful completion.

Course accreditations

This control and administration of medication course is accredited by the CPD Group as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

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Bulk discounts

Bulk discounts are available on purchases of 10 or more courses.

If you wish to discuss a large individual order for this course, and/or would like to be invoiced in advance, please call our sales team on 0808 175 1269 to make an enquiry.

This Control and Administration of Medication course is designed for any individual wishing to pursue or enhance their career in Health and Social Care.

Our e-learning is a cost-effective and successful approach for many individuals and teams. It provides a flexible learning method, allowing candidates to schedule learning at a time that suits them and fits in with other commitments; ideal for those who find it difficult to take time away from their workplace. It also allows candidates to work at their own pace, and revisit sections of the course as often as needed, leading to a fuller understanding of all the topics covered.

In addition, there are none of the high costs of travel and accommodation associated with courses at an external venue.

Exams and Accreditation Features:

• This Control and Administration of Medication course is accredited by The CPD Group
• Our Online test will be multiple choice. You can retake the test at no extra cost to improve your grade.
• An accredited certificate is awarded upon completion which enable you to obtain certified CPD hours
• All evidence of learning and certification will remain on our system for your future reference.

Got a question about exams? Contact our course advisors by email or by phone on 0808 175 1269. We're happy to help!

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