Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines

Beginner to Advance 4.5 (2 Ratings) 167 Students Enrolled
ACCREDITED BY CPD
£49.00£16.00
Course Includes:
  • Accredited By: CPD
  • Course Level: Beginner to Advance
  • Course Duration: 365 Days
  • Number of Modules: 7
  • Guided Learning Hours: 1
  • Course Certificate: At completion
  • Assessment Included:
  • Course Material:
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42 Hrs Instructor-led Training
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56 Hrs Project Work & Exercises
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What Will I Learn?
  • Explore the key terminology when handling medicines
  • Understand legal classification of medications in the UK
  • Learn in detail the roles of people involved in handling medicines
  • Learn to provide support to patients
  • Learn about label interpretation and record keeping
Description

The Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines will provide a complete overview on how to safely handle and store medication.  If you work closely with patients who are required to be given medication, it is invaluable that you learn how to best adhere to the policies of safe handling of medicines. There cannot be errors made in the instance of medicines, this can lead to a costly mistake, sometimes with a person’s life. If you work in a facility that requires you to adhere to safety protocols, these must be followed to reduce mistakes in the process. The safe handling protocols are not just for facilities but also for individuals and organisations that require safe handling and administering of medicines.

The course will focus on medicine classifications, the importance of terms and definitions, following the necessary guidelines and being aware of legislation. You will also learn of policies for record keeping, practices in dispensing procedures, storage and providing support to patients. It is important to remember that different patients may require a different standard of service.

The Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines contains a wealth of information and advice on various groups of medicine, infection control and the role and responsibilities pertaining to safe handling. Individuals who wish to work in healthcare will find this course a great starting point to further your knowledge about this subject. This is a CPD certified course which demonstrates to potential employers that you are continually developing yourself, and will make you a desirable candidate in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.

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Why You Should Learn at Next Learn Academy?

Next Learn Academy is a leading online provider for several accrediting bodies, and provides learners the opportunity to take this exclusive course awarded by CPD.  At Next Learn Academy, we give our fullest attention to our learners’ needs and ensure they have the necessary information required to proceed with the Course.  Learners who register will be given excellent support, discounts for future purchases and be eligible for a TOTUM Discount card and Student ID card with amazing offers and access to retail stores, the library, cinemas, gym memberships and their favourite restaurants. 

  • Learners should be over the age of 16, and have a basic understanding of English, ICT and numeracy.
  • A sound educational background is recommended

This course is recommended for,

  • Individuals in the healthcare field
  • Anyone interested in improving their understanding of safe handling of medicines

In order to qualify in the course ‘Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines’ successfully, learners will take an online test. This online test is marked automatically, so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Pass Mark: 70%

Special Note:

You are given 3 attempts at each module. If a module is failed on the third attempt, it will become locked and you need to contact us for the module to be unlocked again. You are only permitted up to 3 extra attempts per course.

Learners can take the exam up to 3 times, and if not successful, should repay the course fee and start again.

Upon the successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the ‘Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines’ E-Certificate by CPD. The Learner will be awarded an E-Certificate in partnership with BA Training and VideoTiles.

Access Duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lessons at any time.

Awarding Body

CPD is a leading awarding body in the United Kingdom that meets an excellent standard of high quality education. CPD is committed towards the enhancement of proficiency and personal skills in order to develop learners’ skills and abilities. CPD ensures that both practical and academic qualifications assist individuals to re-skill or up-skill and maintain a competitive advantage in their chosen industry.

Career Path & Progression

The Certificate in Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines will improve your candidature for current or future roles in the healthcare sector.  You can use this qualification to study more courses from the Health & Safety Suite that would make for great follow ups that complement this course, and if you want to gain knowledge as a valuable addition to list as a skillset on your resume. This is a knowledge-based qualification that will support the safe handling of medication.

  • Learners should be over the age of 16, and have a basic understanding of English, ICT and numeracy.
  • A sound educational background is recommended

This course is recommended for,

  • Individuals in the healthcare field
  • Anyone interested in improving their understanding of safe handling of medicines

In order to qualify in the course ‘Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines’ successfully, learners will take an online test. This online test is marked automatically, so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Pass Mark: 70%

Special Note:

You are given 3 attempts at each module. If a module is failed on the third attempt, it will become locked and you need to contact us for the module to be unlocked again. You are only permitted up to 3 extra attempts per course.

Learners can take the exam up to 3 times, and if not successful, should repay the course fee and start again.

Upon the successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the ‘Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines’ E-Certificate by CPD. The Learner will be awarded an E-Certificate in partnership with BA Training and VideoTiles.

Access Duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lessons at any time.

Awarding Body

CPD is a leading awarding body in the United Kingdom that meets an excellent standard of high quality education. CPD is committed towards the enhancement of proficiency and personal skills in order to develop learners’ skills and abilities. CPD ensures that both practical and academic qualifications assist individuals to re-skill or up-skill and maintain a competitive advantage in their chosen industry.

Career Path & Progression

The Certificate in Introduction to Safe Handling of Medicines will improve your candidature for current or future roles in the healthcare sector.  You can use this qualification to study more courses from the Health & Safety Suite that would make for great follow ups that complement this course, and if you want to gain knowledge as a valuable addition to list as a skillset on your resume. This is a knowledge-based qualification that will support the safe handling of medication.

£49.00£16.00
Course Includes:
  • Accredited By: CPD
  • Course Level: Beginner to Advance
  • Course Duration: 365 Days
  • Number of Modules: 7
  • Guided Learning Hours: 1
  • Course Certificate: At completion
  • Assessment Included:
  • Course Material:
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  • HR
    Wed, 09-Sep-2020
    Harper Rees
    In-detailed
    It was an in-detail course on how to safely and accurately handle medicines.
  • BT
    Fri, 09-Oct-2020
    Buddy Taylor
    Knowledgeable tutor
    The tutor was a knowledgeable and an expert on the subject.

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