Name: Medication Administration Trainer Course
Price: 395 GBP
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Rating: 4.9 (3 reviews)
Author: Abertay Training

Question 1

What legislation covers medication administration training in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Medication administration in care settings is governed by the Medicines Act 1968, the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and NICE guidelines on medicines management. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspects care providers against these requirements. All staff who administer medication must be trained and assessed as competent, and training records must be maintained.

Question 2

Who needs medication administration training?

Accepted Answer

Any care worker, support worker, or healthcare assistant who administers or assists with medication as part of their role must receive appropriate training. This includes staff in care homes, domiciliary care, supported living, schools, and community settings. Registered nurses and pharmacists have their own professional training requirements, but non-registered staff must complete a recognised medication administration training course.

Question 3

How long does a Medication Administration Trainer certificate last?

Accepted Answer

Your Medication Administration Trainer certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. Medication legislation, NICE guidelines, and best practice are updated regularly, so renewal training is essential to ensure your knowledge remains current. Abertay Training will send you a renewal reminder as your expiry date approaches.

Question 4

What types of medication does the course cover?

Accepted Answer

The course covers all common medication forms and routes of administration used in care settings, including oral medications (tablets, capsules, liquids), topical medications (creams, patches), inhalers, eye drops, ear drops, and suppositories. It also covers controlled drugs (CDs), over-the-counter (OTC) medications, and homely remedies. The course does not cover intravenous (IV) medications, which require additional clinical training.

Question 5

What is the 'six rights' of medication administration?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

What are the most common medication errors in care settings?

Accepted Answer

The most common medication errors in care settings include: administering the wrong medication or dose; omitting a dose without documenting the reason; administering medication at the wrong time; using the wrong route of administration; failing to check for allergies or contraindications; poor documentation; and inadequate storage of medications, particularly controlled drugs. Your training covers how to prevent each type of error and what to do if an error occurs.

Question 7

Can I deliver medication administration training to domiciliary care workers after qualifying?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the Medication Administration Trainer Award qualifies you to deliver accredited medication administration training to staff in any care setting, including care homes, domiciliary care agencies, supported living services, and schools. You will receive all the training materials, assessment tools, and competency assessment frameworks you need to start delivering training immediately.

Question 8

What is the difference between medication administration and medication management?

Accepted Answer

Medication administration refers to the act of giving a specific medication to a specific person at a specific time. Medication management is the broader process of ordering, receiving, storing, recording, administering, and disposing of medications safely and in accordance with legal requirements. Your training covers both the practical skills of administration and the wider medication management responsibilities of care staff.

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