UNDERSTANDING SAFE HANDLING OF MEDICATION IN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
FULLY FUNDED NATIONALLY RECOGNISED & ACCREDITED LEVEL 2 QUALIFICATION
Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide.
However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe consequences, including
death. Having good up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential for anyone working
with medication.
THIS COURSE COVERS
Understand Medication and Prescriptions, Supply, Storage and Disposal of Medication, Understand the Requirements for the Safe, Administrations of Medication, Record-keeping and Audit Processes for Medication