iCQ
Level 2
QN: 603/4699/1
Curriculum Active
iCQ Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Medication Administration
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iCQ. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 130 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
iCQ
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
130 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Understand different types of medication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how medicines are classified
- Understand the use of different types of medication
- Know the different routes of medication and how these are provided
- Understand how the effects of medication are monitored
2
Understand how to administer medication safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rights of individuals when medication is administered
- Understand the preparations to be taken prior to administering medication
- Understand how medication is administered safely and in a way that meets individual needs
- Understand how the effects of medication are monitored
- Know the process for administering controlled drugs
- Understand the procedures to follow when there are problems with the administration of medication
- Know how and when medication reviews should be carried out
3
Understand legislation and guidelines relating to medication administration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand legislation and guidelines related to medication
4
Understand the required record-keeping and audit processes for medication administration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the requirements for record keeping and the reasons for this
- Understand the audit process in relation to medication transactions and stock levels
- Understand the importance of safeguarding individuals in relation to medication use
5
Understand the roles and rights of individuals service involved in medication administration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand own role in relation to accountability and responsibility
- Understand the roles of self and others in the medication administration process
- Understand how to support individuals to administer their own medication
- Know how to gain consent from an individual prior to medication administration
- Know how to access information about medication
6
Understand the way medication is supplied, stored and disposed of
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how medicines are supplied and obtained
- Know the requirements for storing medication
- Understand the requirements for the safe disposal of medication
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4699/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iCQ
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2019