Medication Train the Trainer Refresher Course

Medication Train the Trainer Annual Update Course

This Medication Train the Trainer Update is ideal for those looking to refresh their teaching for medication handling and administration courses or anyone looking to refresh their own teaching skills and course content. This yearly update helps trainers stay up to date with the latest information and skills. It supports high-quality and safe training that follows NMC standards, CQC rules, and Skills for Care guidance.

The one-day tutor-led course teaches effective training methods. It includes adult learning ideas, group activities, and how to use case studies when training. These help trainers explain difficult topics in a simple and clear way. Participants also learn how to keep learners interested, give helpful feedback, and deal with common problems during medication training.

This course is perfect for nurses, senior carers, or team leaders in care homes, hospitals, or community settings. It helps trainers improve their skills and teach their teams more effectively.

You will be guided by our trainers and your peers and you will be given topics to teach in class with feedback from our trainers and other participants.

📚Related: Safe Medication Handling Training (Level 2) | Medication Train the Trainer 2 Day Course | Medication Management Training (Level 3)

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Course Information:

• Course Duration: 2 days
• Course Level: Level 3
• Certificate: 3-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 12
• Practical: Yes
• Course Mode: Face to Face/ Online
• Prerequisite: Catheter Care
• Accredited: Skills for Care /CPD

Course Outline: Medication Trainer Update Course

1. Welcome and Course Overview

• Meet the trainer and other learners.
• What we will cover and what you can expect from the day.

2. Roles and Responsibilities of a Medication Trainer

• Go over what a trainer must do.
• Understand legal and safety rules.

3. Creating a Safe and Supportive Learning Space

• Learn how to make your training calm, open, and respectful.
• Help all learners feel safe and ready to take part.

4. Working with Others

• Look at how trainers work with learners, staff, and organisations.
• Build good relationships through teamwork and support.

5. Managing Difficult Situations

• Learn ways to deal with tough questions or behaviour during training.
• Stay calm and in control when problems happen.

6. Running a Safe and Focused Session

• Plan and lead clear training sessions.
• Keep the group on track and focused.

7. Teaching in Clear and Inclusive Ways

• Use different methods to help all learners understand.
• Make training fair, simple, and easy to follow.

8. Checking Skills and Giving Feedback

• Learn how to test what people know.
• Give clear, helpful feedback to improve learning.

9. Medication Risks and Current Issues

• Talk about common problems with medication.
• Learn how to teach safe and careful practice.

10. Improving Your Training

• Think about how you teach and how to get better.
• Use feedback to improve your sessions.

11. Practice Teaching (Micro-Teach)

• Give a short training session to the group.
• Get feedback and reflect on what went well and what to improve.

12. End of Course and Certificate

• Go over what you’ve learned.
• Receive your certificate and ask final questions.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this train the trainer medication refresher course, you will be able to:

• Explain the main roles and responsibilities of a medication trainer
• Create a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment
• Build good working relationships with learners, colleagues, and managers
• Handle difficult situations during training in a calm and professional way
• Plan and lead clear and focused medication training sessions
• Use teaching methods that include and support all types of learners
• Check if learners understand the training using simple assessments
• Give helpful feedback to support learner progress
• Understand current risks in medication use and how to teach safe practice
• Keep your training up to date with the latest guidance and rules
• Reflect on your own teaching and make improvements
• Take part in a short teaching session and use feedback to grow your confidence

These outcomes will help you feel more confident and skilled in delivering safe, clear, and engaging medication training.

Course Benefits

Taking this course offers many advantages that help you improve as a medication trainer. It supports your skills, knowledge, and confidence to deliver better training.

• Stay up to date with the latest medication guidance, safety rules, and teaching methods.
• Refresh your training skills and feel more confident leading sessions.
• Improve how you explain complex topics like dosage, risks, and safe practice.
• Learn how to check understanding and give clear, helpful feedback.
• Get support from expert trainers with real-life experience.
• Practise your teaching in a safe and friendly setting.
• Get a certificate of completion to add to your CPD or staff record.
• Flexible learning – take the course in-person or online.
• Meet other trainers and share ideas and good practice.
• Keep your training high-quality and compliant with CQC, NMC, and Skills for Care standards.

By successfully completing this medication train the trainer course annual update, you will be better prepared to deliver safe, clear, and engaging medication training that meets professional standards.

Who Should Take This Course

This medication train the trainer course update is ideal for anyone who already trains others in medication administration and wants to keep their skills up to date. It is perfect for:

• Nurses who teach medication at work
• Senior carers responsible for medication training in care homes
• Training leads or managers in hospitals, care homes, or community health settings
• Healthcare workers who want to refresh their knowledge of safe medication practices
• Anyone involved in planning or delivering medication training sessions

If you want to improve your confidence and ability to teach medication safely and clearly, this course is for you.

About Our Trainers

Our Medication Train the Trainer Refresher Course is led by experienced trainers who are fully qualified and passionate about helping you teach safe medication practices.

• Experienced and Qualified: All our trainers hold recognised teaching qualifications, including the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, and have up-to-date knowledge of medication safety and healthcare standards.
• Real-World Knowledge: Many of our trainers have worked in healthcare, care homes, or community settings, so they understand the challenges you face and real-life medication situations.
• Supportive and Friendly: Our trainers create a safe, respectful learning space where you can ask questions, practise skills, and build confidence.
• Clear and Practical Teaching: Sessions are hands-on, with easy steps to help you teach medication safely. Trainers give clear guidance and helpful feedback to support your learning.

Whether you’re refreshing your skills or aiming to improve your medication training, our trainers are here to support your success.

Guidelines & Accreditation

Caring for Care’s Medication Train the Trainer Refresher Course follows trusted UK standards to ensure your training is accurate and up to date.

• Based on Trusted Guidelines
  • The course follows the latest guidance from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Care Quality Commission (CQC), and Skills for Care.
  • You will learn and teach using the most current and correct methods for safe medication practice.
• Nationally Recognised Certification
  • On completion, you will receive a certificate linked to the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
  • This certificate is valid for 3 years and shows you are qualified to teach medication administration training.
  • The training meets the quality standards expected by Skills for Care, CQC, and other UK regulators.
• Quality and Compliance
  • The course meets all Skills for Care and CQC standards where needed.
  • You will also learn about the legal and safety rules for medication training.
  • This helps keep your learners safe and ensures your organisation follows UK law.

Course Reviews:

Our Medication Train the Trainer Update Course has received many positive reviews from people across the UK. It is rated ‘Excellent’ by thousands who have taken the course and recommended it to their friends.

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“Had training with Sarah F today for the Medication Level 3 Train the Trainer course. It was very interactive and interesting. I enjoyed all parts of the course.” –
Leah Rosser-Payne

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“I had the chance to learn from an experienced and professional trainer, John Starr. He was excellent, and I would definitely recommend him to other healthcare professionals, organisations, friends, and colleagues for quality training.” – Naigembe Sarah

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“This is my first time of hearing about the company name and it was through a friend. The training is standard, also learn something something new. The trainer is also good and good learning delivery.” – Anonymous

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“We had an excellent training session with Caring For Care. The session was not only engaging and fun, but it also included a lot of group activities that kept everyone involved and interested. Thank you for such an enjoyable experience!” – Robyn Hickling