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Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF)

at Realise Learning and Employment Limited, Sheffield · training provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate6 weeks

What the college says

This course will give you an in-depth understanding of medications used in the health and social care sector and how to handle them appropriately so that you can best support those in your care. This short course will run via weekly webinars, giving you the opportunity to do your coursework at home. You will receive a professional Level 2 qualification awarded to you by TQUK.

What you need to get on

This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 19 and working in the health and social care sector. Whether you are at a junior or senior level it is a valued qualification to apply for. It is an ideal programme for you if you are working in health and social care as it will cover the best practices you should use when handling medications.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Realise Learning and Employment Limited

    Work based

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