This classroom-based course provides information for staff working in care settings who may be responsible for receiving, storing, administering, and disposing of medication.
Legislation that cares staff are required to work within and troubleshooting common errors that occur when supporting people to manage their medication needs.
Our medication awareness course has been designed by our expert team to ensure care professionals are equipped with the essential knowledge and practical skills to perform and administer medication safely.
Whether you are new to your role, or simply looking to refresh your knowledge, our medication awareness course creates the opportunity for you to build a strong foundation within the legal, procedural, and person-centered aspects of medication handling.
Delivered within a classroom setting, we’ve ensured you’ll experience an engaging and informative training session, which is expertly led by our team at Empeiria Training. Learning face-to-face with other learners gives you the opportunity to enjoy group discussions, work through real life scenarios, and receive support from both peers and trainers.
During the course session, key areas are covered such as the roles and responsibilities around medication, routes of administration, infection control considerations, and what you should do in the event of a medication error.
The medication awareness course also includes an overview of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) chart, with training on how to complete this documentation accurately in line with expectations of the CQC.
We hope by the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently demonstrate an understanding of safe medication practices, and apply that knowledge to your role, as well as helping to support a strong culture of safety and professionalism with your workplace and its team.
If you work in a care setting and are involved in receiving, storing, administering, or disposing of medication, this course has been designed to help gain an understanding of the legal, procedural, and person-centered aspects of medication handling.
By completing this course you will gain knowledge on safe administration protocols, correct use of the 6 R’s, covert medication, PRN medicines, and cultural or religious considerations.
By completing this training, you and your team will be better equipped to prevent medication errors, ensure compliance with legislation and care regulations, and support individuals safely and respectfully in their medication routines.
With our name meaning "learning from experience," Empeiria Training draws on over a century of combined knowledge and expertise. We provide high-quality, tailored training that accommodates all learners' abilities. Our diverse and innovative delivery methods ensure effective learning experiences. We offer a wide range of regularly updated courses that align with sector-wide policy and best practices. We are passionate about involving individuals with lived experience in the development and delivery of our courses. Additionally, our consultancy services provide valuable advice and guidance to organisations supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health diagnoses.
Contact us today via our contact form or phone to learn more about how we can benefit your business. We look forward to hearing from you!
