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Medication Safety for Healthcare Professionals

CPD Accredited | Interactive Learning Materials | PDF Certificate Included | Tutor Support


Cambridge Open Academy

Summary

Price
£18 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
6 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of Completion (PDF) - Free
  • Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy) - £9.99
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Did you know that medication errors are responsible for over 7,000 deaths each year? With such alarming statistics, the importance of medication safety in healthcare cannot be underestimated. Enrol in Medication Safety for Healthcare Professionals and gain the knowledge and skills needed to prevent errors, ensure patient well-being, and make a significant impact in reducing medication-related risks.

Dive deep into the world of medicines, navigate legislation, enhance communication, and master safe administration practices. Join us in this transformative course and become a trusted guardian of medication safety.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of medication management
  • Gain insight into legislation and licensing surrounding medications
  • Enhance professional communication skills for medication safety
  • Develop expertise in safe administration and storage of medicines
  • Engage patients effectively in medication safety
  • Master record-keeping, audit processes, and safe medication use during the COVID-19 pandemic

Certificates

Certificate of Completion (PDF)

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy)

Hard copy certificate - £9.99

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, international students have to pay £19.99 for the shipment to their designated address.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This comprehensive course unravels the intricate layers of medicines, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure patient well-being and professional excellence. Dive deep into the world of legislation, communication, administration, and more, and become a trusted guardian of medication safety.

Uncover the crucial role that legislation and licensing play in safeguarding patient health and learn how to navigate the intricate regulatory landscape. Develop vital communication skills to effectively convey medication-related information, fostering a culture of safety within your healthcare setting.

Master the art of storing and disposing of medications, ensuring their integrity and minimising potential harm. Delve into the safe handling of hazardous drugs, equipping yourself with the necessary techniques to mitigate risks. Learn how to maintain accurate records and implement robust audit processes to uphold accountability and continually improve medication safety.

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring healthcare professionals seeking comprehensive knowledge of medication safety
  • Current healthcare professionals aiming to enhance their understanding of safe medication practices
  • Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians looking to strengthen their expertise in medication management
  • Nurses and medical practitioners dedicated to patient safety and the responsible use of medicines
  • Healthcare administrators and policymakers interested in shaping medication safety protocols

Career path

  • Clinical Pharmacist: £40,000 - £60,000
  • Medication Safety Officer: £35,000 - £50,000
  • Pharmacy Technician Supervisor: £28,000 - £35,000
  • Nurse Consultant: £45,000 - £60,000
  • Health Policy Analyst: £30,000 - £45,000

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.