Medication Awareness Training

CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.

 

Module 1. Introduction to Medication Awareness

• In this introductory module, you will learn the importance of medication awareness for patient safety. Moreover, you will also learn the key terminologies, as well as essential medication errors.

Module 2. Medication Classification and Actions

• In this module, you will learn the common medication classifications to understand how medications work. Therefore, you will also learn about medication interactions with potential adverse effects.

Module 3. Routes of Medication Administration

• In this module, you will learn oral, injectable, topical, and inhalation routes, as well as Intravenous (IV) Administration essentials.

Module 4. Dosage Calculation

• In this module, you will understand dosage calculations, including dosage forms. Here, you will also learn about the factors affecting dosage calculations with inclusive practice and safety.

Module 5. Safe Medication Practices

• In this module, you will learn the essential rights of medication administration. You will also learn safe medication handling techniques for proper storage and disposal of medications.

Module 6. Documentation and Reporting

• In this module, you will learn the importance of accurate medication records. You will also learn how to maintain Medication Administration Records (MAR), Electronic Health Records (EHR), and other essential aspects.

Module 7. Legal and Ethical Considerations

• In this module, you will learn the medication administration rights and responsibilities to understand informed consent and patient education. Moreover, you will also learn the legal aspects of medication management and ethical considerations in medication use.

Module 8. Medication Safety and Error Prevention

• In this module, you will gain strategies for preventing medication errors. You will also acquire knowledge of high-alert medications and extra precautions and the role of technology in medication safety.

Module 9. Special Medication Situations

• In this module, you will comprehend emergency medication and procedures. Furthermore, you will also learn the pain management medications and their responsible use, as well as Polypharmacy and potential interactions with safe practices.

Module 10. Conclusion

• In this module, you will gain a summary of medication awareness, emphasising the importance of accuracy. Therefore, you will also learn about common errors and how to avoid them by implementing strategies for medication error prevention.

This Medication Awareness training course is suitable for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare industry with medication administering skills and knowledge, care staff, care assistants or healthcare professionals who want to enhance their medication management proficiency.

• There are no academic entry requirements for this Medication Awareness Course and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.
• However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection.

On the assessment round, you will participate in the MCQ test to examine your learning from this course. After completing the Medication Awareness Course modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure.

• The MCQ test measures how much a learner can grasp from each section.
• In the assessment test, you must get 60% as a pass mark.

You should also check out our Medicine Management Course for Nurses and AHPs and gain knowledge about providing accurate interpretation of medicines while also advancing your career.

Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy

After successfully passing the MCQ exam, you can order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. The certificate can be obtained in PDF version for £12, and there is an additional fee to receive a printed copy certificate, which is £35.