Medication

Medication Train-the-Trainer Course

What people have said: “The course was great..” “Excellent materials/workbook etc.” “Very good informative course” “Very enjoyable, learnt a lot”

Overview The University of London researchers found 70% of residents in the 55 care homes it sampled had drug errors of some sort. Training and management are the key to the problem - this course deals with both issues. Course Details Here are just some of the key topics that are covered on this course; • Legislation • Administration • Controlled drugs • Drug errors • Side effects • Internal Controls • General Guidelines • How medicines work • Disposal of drugs

Course Material Included in the cost of the course is a full trainer pack consisting of: • Comprehensive trainer notes • Delegate workbook* • Case studies* • Test papers* • Trainer Guide • Power Point Presentation* Items marked with a ” * “ are also on the course CD to allow you to print them off fresh each time and to add your logo and colour scheme etc Course Format This is a one day course which starts with registration at 9:30am and is expected to finish around 4:30pm, with lunch and refreshments

(included in the price of an open course). Accreditation This course is accredited by the UK accreditation body OCN at level 3 for the “train-the-trainer” element, and allows that trainer to issue accredited level 2 certificates to their trainees. Extended Support Following the course, if you have any queries, just ask! Our support doesn’t stop when you go out the door!

THIS COURSE IS ALSO SUITABLE FOR CHILDCARE/ DAY CARE.

Cost £349+VAT; discounts may be available for booking more than place at the same time.

THIS COURSE CAN ALSO BE RUN AS DIRECT TO CARER TRAINING -  ASK FOR DETAILS