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PI113  Safe Handling of Medicines

Safe Handling of Medicines Certificate ASET Level 2

Are you working or wish to work in a health and social care environment? Or do you wish to increase your knowledge of safe handling of medicines in the workplace environment for personal development?


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Duration Suggested Duration: 12 Weeks
Level Level: Level 2
Format Format: Paper
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Course Description 

Safe Handling of Medicines  Course ASET 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.

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 ASET Certificate in Safe Handling of Medicines.

Course Content

  Bullet Ordering of Medicines
  Bullet Storage of Medicines
  Bullet Administration of Medicines
  Bullet Self Administration of Medicines
  Bullet Homely Remedies
  Bullet How Oral Medicines Work
  Bullet Refusal of Medicines
  Bullet Controlled Drugs
  Bullet Common Side Effects from Medicines in the Older Service User
  Bullet Errors Associated with the Administration of Medicines
  Bullet Oxygen Therapy in a Care Home
  Bullet Disposal of Medicines
  Bullet Confidentiality

Awarding Body

ASET is a national Awarding Body recognised by the Department for Education and Skills and by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority in Britain. It has been accrediting vocational learning for more than 50 years and now works with more than 200 providers in the UK and internationally.


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