Course Overview
The Control and Administration of Medication Diploma Level 3 course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills they need to safely and effectively control, handle, and administer medications in a variety of healthcare settings.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including: Medicine management fundamentals, Importance of medicine management, prescribing medication effectively, common problems – pharmacological management, common medicines to use, the four principles of medicine optimisation, managing medication in residential aged care facilities (RACFs), law and legislation, and basics of medicine handling .
Also this course includes the understanding of safe handling of medications, aseptic technique and health & safety management, anatomy and physiology of body parts, importance of hygiene & cleanliness and the standard precautions for infection control.
Learning outcomes
. Understand the principles of medicine management
. Apply the correct procedures for controlling, handling, and administering medications
. Identify and manage common medication-related problems
. Administer medications safely and effectively
. Comply with all relevant laws and regulations
. Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals about medication
Who should take the course?
This course is ideal for healthcare professionals who are responsible for the control, handling, and administration of medications, such as nurses, care workers, pharmacists, and doctors. It is also a good choice for anyone who is interested in a career in healthcare.
Course Curriculum Outline
Module 01: Medicine Management Fundamentals
Module 02: Importance of Medicine Management
Module 03: Prescribing Medication Effectively
Module 04: Common Problems – Pharmacological Management
Module 05: Common Medicines to Use
Module 06: Palliative Care
Module 07: The Four Principles of Medicine Optimisation
Module 08: Managing Medication in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs)
Module 09: Law and Legislation
Module 10: Basics of Medicine Handling
Module 11: Safe Handling of Medications
Module 12: Aseptic Technique and Health & Safety Management
Module 13: Anatomy and physiology of Body Parts
Module 14: Importance Hygiene & Cleanliness
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post.
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this Control and Administration of Medication Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Course fee
R 12999
R 2000
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Key Features of This Course
. Accredited by CPDQS
. Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
. Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
. Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
. 24/7 Learning Assistance
