Safe Handling of Medication Administration Training

The Safe Handling of Medication Administration Training course is designed to equip healthcare professionals, carers, and support staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills to administer medications safely and effectively. This half-day course covers key topics, including medication types, dosage calculations, administration routes, and proper storage and disposal procedures.

Participants will learn to recognise and respond to medication errors, adverse reactions, and emergencies while adhering to legal and ethical standards. The course looks at patient safety, infection control, and accurate documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines. The course will be interactive with classroom discussion, Q & A and practical exercises. You will develop confidence in handling medications in various healthcare settings.

The Medication Handling Course helps staff learn more about giving medicines safely. It covers different ways to give medicines, the routes (like by mouth or injection), the 6 R’s (right person, right medicine, right dose, right time, right route, right record) and how to avoid medication errors.

The training also addresses the importance of clear communication with patients and healthcare teams to promote positive outcomes. Upon completion, participants will be better prepared to manage medication administration responsibilities in the workplace.

The Level 2 Medication Course is perfect if you’re new to the role, want to learn more, or need training for your job. You will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication Awareness after successfully completing the training with us.

Course Information

Course Duration: 3-4 hours
Course Level: Level 1 and 2
Certificate: 1-year certificate
Max Delegates: 7
Practical: Yes
Approved
Prerequisite: None

Course Content

In any healthcare setting, ensuring the safe handling of medication is of utmost importance. This training program focuses on key areas to promote a safe and efficient approach to medication management. The following topics will be covered in-depth:

1. Understanding Medications

Learn how to give medicine in the correct and safe way
Understand why it is important to handle medicine properly
Help keep patients safe and healthy by avoiding mistakes

2. Key Legislation and Guidelines for Safe Medication Handling

Understand key laws: The Medicines Act 1968, NICE Guidelines, NMC Code
Know your legal duties when giving or managing medication
Apply current regulations to real-world care settings

3. Medication Administration Best Practices

Learn correct ways to give medicines (oral, topical, inhaled, etc.)
Apply the 7 Rights of Medication: right person, medicine, dose, time, route, reason, and documentation
Maintain hygiene and infection control during administration

4. Medication Processes in Care Settings

Learn how medicines are ordered, received, stored, and moved.
Understand the rules for keeping records and storing medicines safely.
Follow the workplace and legal rules at each step.

5. Identifying and Managing Medication Errors

Spot common mistakes in giving medicines
Learn how to report and respond to errors safely and correctly
Prevent future errors using reflective practice and learning

6. Roles and Responsibilities in Medication Handling

Know who can give medicine and what help they can get.
Understand your limits and when to ask for help.
Work well with your care team.

7. Person-Centred Medication Management

Respect patient rights, dignity, and consent.
Know how to manage allergies, hidden medication, and personal needs.
Encourage patients to be involved in their care.

8. Practical: Error Management in Action

Take part in activities to practise handling medicines safely.
Spot mistakes and fix them with help from the trainer.
Build confidence through hands-on learning.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this trainer-led Medication Awareness Training Course, participants will be able to:

Legislation and Policy -Apply key legislation and policies (e.g., The Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001, GDPR 2018) to ensure medication handling meets legal and professional standards.
Safe Medication Practices -Accurately administer medications via different routes (e.g., oral, topical, systemic) while adhering to best practices to minimise errors and maximise patient safety.
Processes for Medication Handling -Implement effective systems for ordering, receiving, transferring, and recording medications in compliance with care protocols and regulatory requirements.
Error Prevention, Reporting, and Simulation -Recognise potential causes of medication errors and demonstrate the ability to respond effectively by participating in practical error simulations and using established reporting protocols (e.g., MAR charts).
Role Clarity and Teamwork -Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to manage medications appropriately, respecting professional boundaries and ensuring clear communication.
Person-Centred Care -Implement patient-focused medication management, including obtaining informed consent, identifying individual needs, and supporting recovery through regular reviews and education.

Who It's For

The Safer Handling of Medication Course is designed for anyone who has a role in handling and administration of medications, including:

Care assistants
Support workers
Healthcare assistants (HCAs)
Domiciliary (home care) workers
Social care staff
Nursing home staff
New care staff with little or no medication training
Team leaders or supervisors in care settings
Agency carers and healthcare staff
Anyone responsible for giving or handling medication in a care role.

Course Benefits

Taking the Safe Handling of Medication Training will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to handle medication safely and confidently. By completing this course, you’ll gain the following benefits:

Improves safety when giving and handling medicines
Builds confidence in dealing with medication tasks
Teaches the 7 Rights of Medication to reduce mistakes
Covers up-to-date laws and care guidelines
Helps meet CQC and workplace training requirements
Promotes person-centred care and patient rights
Includes practical examples to help apply learning on the job
Improves communication with patients and other staff
Provides a Level 1 Certificate to show your skills and knowledge
Supports safer, better care for service users.

This course will not only enhance your professional abilities but also improve the care you provide to those who rely on your support.