Courses

Level 2 Medication Administration Awareness

• Duration: 2 Hours

Our accredited Level 2 Medication Administration Awareness course is designed for staff working in care environments where safe handling of medication is essential. While not a licence to administer medication independently, it provides learners with the knowledge and awareness they need to support safe practice within their role.

This training helps learners understand their responsibilities, the importance of accurate recording, and the risks associated with poor practice. Delivered face-to-face by experienced trainers, the course makes use of practical examples and scenarios to build confidence and reinforce safe habits.

It is ideal for new care staff, volunteers, or anyone supporting individuals with medication needs under supervision. The training not only supports compliance with care sector regulations but also reassures families and service users that medication is being handled with diligence and respect. By the end, participants will feel more confident and competent in supporting safe medication practices.

Course summary

This course covers the following:

• Delegates obligations and that of their employer regarding the documentation and the administration of medication
• How medication should be stored
• Different types of medication and how they work
• Knowledge of the common adverse reactions
• The seven guidelines of administration of medication
• Controlled drugs and oxygen
• Drug errors
• Disposal of medication, etc.
• Implementing policies, procedures, competency checks and audits

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the legislation that affects the administration of medicines
• Describe how medication should be stored and recorded
• Understand the different types of medication and how they work
• Follow protocols and policies when receiving, storing and recording medicines
• Describe common adverse reactions to medication
• Understand the differences in protocols between various healthcare provisions
• Train others in medication controls within their healthcare working environment