Medication Administration in a Support Work Setting

This comprehensive course is designed to equip support workers with the essential knowledge and skills for medication administration. 

Learn about medication types, preparation, administration, and safety protocols to ensure optimal care for individuals you support.

Medication Fundamentals: Understand the principles of medication administration and the legal and ethical considerations.

Documentation and Record Keeping: Learn best practices for accurate and complete documentation in support work settings.

Medication Types: Explore different types of medications and their appropriate administration routes.

Medication Preparation: Master the techniques for preparing medications safely and accurately.

Administration: Learn how to administer medications correctly to individuals in support work settings.

Medication Errors: Understand common medication errors and how to prevent them.

Key outcomes:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Gain a deep understanding of medication administration in support work settings.
  • Prepare and administer medications safely and accurately.
  • Enhance your knowledge of medication documentation and record-keeping.
  • Identify and prevent medication errors.
  • Boost your confidence in your medication administration abilities.

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