Description
Medication Awareness e-learning Course
The Medication Awareness e-learning course equips care staff with essential knowledge to support safe, person-centred medication practices. Covering administration, storage, documentation, and error prevention, it reinforces dignity, consent, and sector responsibilities.
Learners explore common medication types, side effects, and escalation protocols, aligned with UK legislation and CQC expectations.
Ideal for care assistants, support workers, and non-clinical staff, this flexible online module promotes confidence, reduces risk, and supports inspection-readiness through interactive scenarios and practical guidance.
Trainer-led Options: Safe Handling of Medication Training | Medication Management Training | Medication Train the Trainer Course | Medication Train the Trainer Refresher Course
📌Buy Cheaper: Add advance medication course with 3 more courses for just £50 – Use discount code [Summer50]
Course Information:
- Made by Experts: Created by people who really know the subject.
- CPD Accredited: Approved to help you improve your skills and career.
- 100% Online, Learn at Your Own Pace: Study whenever and wherever you want, no deadlines.
- Available in Over 100 Languages: Learn in your own language with easy translations.
- Instant Certificate: Get your certificate as soon as you finish.
- 12 Months Access: You can use the course for a whole year.
- 1 Year Certificate Validity: Your certificate lasts for one year.
- Fun Learning: Take quizzes and use simple examples to help you learn.
- Expert Help: Our team is here to help you with anything.
- Duration: Average time of completion is 45 minutes.
- Study on Mobile, Tablets, and Desktop: Learn on your phone, tablet, or computer, anytime and anywhere.
Key Components
This e-learning medication online training covers the following important areas:
- Classifications of Medicine
- Medicine Laws
- Role and Responsibility
- Good Medication Administering
- Storing and Disposing of Medicine
- Record Keeping and Sharing
- Your Role According to the CQC
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Course Content:
The medication awareness e-learning covers:
- Classifications of Medicine: Learn about different types of medicine, like GSL, P, and POM, and how they are licensed and given out.
- Medicine Laws: Understand important laws, like the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and The Human Medicines Regulations 2012.
- Role and Responsibility as a Care Worker: Know what should be in a company policy and what your duties are when giving medicine.
- Good Medication Administering: Learn the proper way to give medicine, including the 5 Rights of medication administration in the UK.
- Storing and Disposing of Medicine: Understand how to safely store, manage, and dispose of medicine.
- Record Keeping and Sharing Information: Learn why it’s important to keep proper records and share information when needed.
- Your Role According to the CQC: Understand your job role as described by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this medication administration e-learning course, participants will:
- Understand the risks of giving medication incorrectly.
- Learn to read medication labels and manage medicines safely.
- Know the rules, laws, and care home policies for handling medication.
Course Benefits: Medication Awareness e-Learning
- Promotes safe, confident medication support across care settings.
- Reinforces CQC compliance and UK medication protocols.
- Reduces risk of errors through clear, practical guidance.
- Builds awareness of side effects, consent, and escalation .
- Flexible online format, ideal for busy care teams.
- Supports inspection-readiness and professional development.
After completing the course, individuals can head over to take the Advanced Medication e-learning course to deepen their understanding of controlled drugs, complex protocols, and clinical escalation procedures.
