Develop the skills to train others in safe, person-centred Medic*tion Administration in care settings.About this Event
This Train the Trainer – Medic*tion Administration in Care course is designed for experienced professionals who are responsible for delivering Medic*tion training within health and social care settings. The course provides participants with the knowledge, confidence, and teaching skills required to train others safely, competently, and in line with current legislation, best practice, and regulatory expectations.
The training combines up-to-date Medic*tion management guidance with adult learning principles, enabling participants to both understand Medic*tion administration and effectively teach and assess others. The course covers safe practice, error prevention, documentation, and accountability, while supporting trainers to deliver engaging, inclusive, and compliant training sessions.
Bespoke delivery and sector-specific adaptations can be provided on request.
What the Training Will Cover
1. Introduction to the Trainer Role
- Responsibilities of a Medic*tion trainer
- Accountability and professional boundaries
- Understanding competence and confidence
2. Adult Learning Principles
- How adults learn best
- Inclusive and engaging teaching methods
- Supporting different learning styles
3. Medic*tion Legislation & Guidance
- Relevant UK and Welsh legislation
- Roles and responsibilities in Medic*tion administration
- Organisational policies and procedures
4. Safe Medic*tion Administration
- The principles of safe practice
- Routes of administration
- Timing, dosage, and accuracy
- Infection prevention and control
5. Medic*tion Errors & Risk Reduction
- Common Medic*tion errors and near misses
- Causes and contributory factors
- Reporting, learning, and prevention strategies
6. Documentation & Record Keeping
- MAR charts and documentation standards
- Controlled drugs awareness
- Storage, disposal, and stock control
7. Person-Centred Medic*tion Support
- Consent, capacity, and choice
- Supporting dignity and independence
- Covert Medic*tion awareness
8. Teaching Medic*tion Administration
- Delivering Medic*tion training sessions
- Using case studies and scenarios
- Supporting learners in practice
9. Assessing Competence
- Observations and competency assessments
- Providing constructive feedback
- Managing concerns and additional support
10. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
- Maintaining training standards
- Reflecting on trainer practice
- Keeping training current and compliant
Who Should Attend
- Senior care staff
- Team leaders and supervisors
- Registered managers and deputy managers
- Experienced carers responsible for training others
- Anyone delivering or planning to deliver Medic*tion training
Outcome
Participants will leave the course with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver Medic*tion Administration training safely and effectively. Learners will be able to teach best practice, assess competency, manage risk, support person-centred care, and ensure Medic*tion training meets legislative and regulatory standards.
Event Venue
Altriss ASC Training, Rhosddu Industrial Estate,ain Road, Gwersyllt, United Kingdom
GBP 119.89
