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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

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  • Accredited by NCFE CACHE
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Modern medicines can improve health and save lives, but they must be used safely. This course provides a clear introduction to the safe handling of medication in care homes and other care settings.

You’ll explore different types of medication and learn how to store, record and administer them correctly. The course is suitable for anyone involved in supporting individuals with their medication and provides up-to-date knowledge for those working in care.

This fully online training also supports care home CPD, helping staff stay confident and compliant with best practice in medication handling.

Course Units

'- Gain good up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines
- Learn how to maintain stock and record, store and dispose of medication
- Understand the different types of medication and how they are classified
- Learn the correct procedure for record keeping and the audit process
- Gain relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to improve service user experience

Accredited by NCFE CACHE

NCFE CACHE is a leading UK awarding organisation specialising in qualifications for the care and education sectors, including early years, health and social care, and education. As part of NCFE, an educational charity with over 175 years of experience, CACHE offers a range of accredited online courses and certificates designed to support career progression and continuous professional development (CPD) for learners and professionals in these vital fields.

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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

Regular price £245.00 GBP
Sale price £245.00 GBP Regular price £399.00 GBP
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

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Wendy

Wendy

I loved the course gave me better insight of medication an customer service an my tutor were spot on with me would highly recommend this course
Anette

Anette

I have learned alot about the safe handling of medication. How to stored and dispose of medicines. It will help me to use my knowledge in every day life. I'm hoping to continue my studies with Learning Curve.
Grace

Grace

The contents of the course I completed 'L2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care' was so detailed and power-packed with every bit of knowledge I needed to kickstart my career.