Introduction – Medication Safety and Support

In this course, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to support people with their medicines safely, respectfully and appropriately. You will learn about different types of medicines, how medicines are supplied and given, the different routes of administration, and the important checks that help prevent medication errors. You will explore your role and responsibilities when supporting a person with medicines, including the principles of safe administration, recognising side effects and adverse reactions, responding to allergies or unexpected changes, and knowing when to seek help or escalate concerns. You will also learn about consent, dignity, privacy, documentation and supporting people to maintain as much independence as possible with their medicines, where this is safe and appropriate. Throughout the course, the focus will be on safe practice, person-centred care and protecting the wellbeing of the person receiving the medicine.