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Course Description
The Ascentis Certificate in Safe Handling of Medicines is designed for all health care staff whose duties may bring them into contact with medication. It would benefit all those seeking clear guidelines and advice regarding the various elements of safe administration of medicines.
This course aims to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of working with medicines. On completion of the programme an individual will be familiar with the correct procedures for the administering, handling and disposal of medicines.
This course includes the online version of the course only at the cost of £210. If you wish to purchase the paper version of the course in addition, then you are able to do so at a cost of £254.99. Please contact us on 0800 970 2522.
Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.
Previous Knowledge Required
The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about the safe handling of medicines and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.
Support
You will receive the course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail and email. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that unlimited support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.
Assessment
Completing a series of tutor marked assignments together with an end of course multi-choice questionnaire will lead you to the highly acclaimed Ascentis Certificate in Safe Handling of Medicines.
Modules
- Module 1: Ordering of Medicines
- Module 2: Storage of Medicines
- Module 3: Administration of Medicines
- Module 4: Self Administration of Medicines
- Module 5: Homely Remedies
- Module 6: How Oral Medicines Work
- Module 7: Refusal of Medicines
- Module 8: Controlled Drugs
- Module 9: Common Side Effects from Medicines in the Older Service User
- Module 10: Errors Associated with the Administration of Medicines
- Module 11: Oxygen Therapy in a Care Home
- Module 12: Disposal of Medicines
- Module 13: Confidentiality
Awarding Body
Ascentis is a Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA) approved national awarding body that designs user-friendly qualifications and supports these with the highest possible standard of customer service. Ascentis is therefore able to offer a comprehensive ladder of opportunities to centres and their learners, starting at Pre-Entry programmes and progressing to QAA-recognised Access to HE qualifications or professional Further Education Teaching Certificates.
