You will join other participants in a fully interactive virtual course, delivered in real time by an experienced trainer via webcam. The course includes interactive elements such as group discussions and opportunities to ask questions, creating a classroom-style experience from home.

To take part, you will need:

• A Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone with access to the latest version of Zoom 
• A stable internet connection
• A working microphone and camera
• Speakers or headphones

Please make sure you are in a quiet environment to fully participate in the course.

Course Etiquette

• Treat the virtual classroom as you would a physical classroom: dress appropriately, and ensure your face is visible on screen at all times.
• Active participation is mandatory throughout the course, including all breakout rooms and chat discussions.
• You may not leave the course for appointments and re-join later, nor attend the course while traveling to or during appointments.
• You must not engage in any work during the course. Sleeping during sessions is strictly prohibited.
• Eating is only allowed during scheduled breaks.
• Maintain proper posture at all times for safety and to support prolonged periods at a computer

This level of training simply cannot be fully delivered through a pre-recorded or self-guided E-learning course.

Our virtual course includes essential topics that are vital for understanding Medication Administration.

Led by training experts, this virtual course features real-life scenarios and discussions that aren’t possible in a static E-learning format. Delegates can ask questions in real time, take part in scenario-based training, and develop a clearer understanding of Medication Adminisration.

Crucially, the interaction between trainer and delegate leads to better engagement and a stronger understanding of the course material.

• Understand your professional duties and legal obligations
• Recognise the importance of reporting any lapses in care
• Acknowledge your competence limits
• Learn to provide effective verbal and non-verbal support
• Overcome communication barriers for better interaction
• Identify factors affecting individual comfort and dignity
• Obtain valid consent and offer necessary support
• Understand the basics of Pharmacokinetics
• Learn to interpret prescriptions and charts
• Master the non-touch technique for medication preparation
• Know how to verify medication intake
• Understand safe medication disposal
• Keep accurate and updated records
• Apply standard infection control measures
• Understand buccal administration and self-administration
• Understand medication dosage calculation
• Identify and prevent common prescribing errors
• Learn effective ways to escalate concerns

• Legislation
• The 8 rights of medication administration
• Classification and types of medication
• Routes into the body
• Maintaining records
• Prescribing medication
• Types and reasons for errors
• Storing and disposing of medication
• Self-administration and supporting independence
• Contra indications, allergies and overdoses
• Monitoring dosage systems
• Medication calculations