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Administering Medication Safely
Administering medication in a school carries real responsibility. For some pupils, it’s essential to manage their health and stay safe. Mistakes and delays can have serious consequences. This school-specific course covers how to administer medication safely, including your responsibilities, key checks, correct storage, and emergency response. Take it to support pupils confidently.
Learning outcomes:
- Identify the key responsibilities for administering medication safely, so you can protect pupils and yourself
- Describe the correct procedures for storing and administering medication, so you can reduce risk
- Recognise how to respond appropriately to medication emergencies, so you can keep pupils safe
This course is school-specific content. With Benedict's Law in force, schools are now legally obliged to teach their staff about administering medication safely. But it's more than just school first aid. You’ll learn about your responsibilities, what checks to carry out before administering medication and how to store and give it correctly. You’ll also learn how to spot risks, handle mistakes and respond to emergencies with confidence and care.
This school-specific course is designed for anyone responsible for administering medication in a school. That includes teachers, support staff, and senior leaders. It’s also relevant for supervising pupils at other times during the school day, such as before- and after-school clubs. If you work with children in any capacity, you’re likely to find useful information here.
Peace of mind with testing
This course also has an assessment at the end which allows learners to test their understanding and helps businesses demonstrate a level of competence in the topic.
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