NOCN
Level 2
QN: 610/3195/1
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NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safe Handling of Medicines
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 120 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
NOCN
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
120 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Handling Medicines: Record Keeping & Auditing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the audit process in relation to medication.
- Explain how information is recorded in relation to medication.
- Explain the roles involved in safeguarding individuals in relation to medication use.
- Apply learning to a fictitious case study.
2
Safe Administration of Medicines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to prepare for administering medication.
- Understand how to administer medication safely.
- Understand how individuals can be supported to administer their own medication.
- Explain how to monitor the effects of medication.
- Explain the policies and procedures surrounding administration of medication.
3
Understanding Medication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the different types of medication and how they can be administered.
- Explain the frameworks which restrict and control medicines in the UK.
- Discuss the roles and responsibilities of individuals and organisations in the medication process.
- Explain how to access information about medication.
4
Understanding Medicine Supply, Storage and Disposal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how medicines are supplied.
- Explain the requirements for storing medicines.
- Understand how medicines should be disposed of.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3195/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NOCN
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2023