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The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF) is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners in healthcare and social care roles with crucial knowledge and skills in safe medication management. Accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and aligned with the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), this course covers essential topics such as storage, administration, and record-keeping, ensuring participants gain the competence needed for responsible and effective medication handling. Ideal for caregivers, healthcare assistants, and support workers, this certificate not only fosters professional development but also instills confidence in learners to navigate the complexities of medication management, contributing to the well-being and safety of those under their care.
Learners must achieve 14 credits from four mandatory units.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (603/3217/7)
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit Values |
| M/616/9931 | Understand medication | 2 | 23 | 3 |
| M/616/9928 | Understand how to administer and support individuals to self-administer medication | 2 | 44 | 5 |
| T/616/9929 | Logistical aspects of handling medication | 2 | 24 | 3 |
| K/616/9930 | Legislation, guidance and audit processes for medication in health and social care settings | 2 | 24 | 3 |
For Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF), learners must fulfil the following requirements:
Note: Learner must ensure that he/she fulfils the requirement before purchasing qualification.
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*English requirements:
Proof of language proficiency: A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, FAQs relating to the English language entry requirements.
The diploma in care is suitable for anyone seeking a qualification to develop their skills in Health and Social Care Sector.
Progression:
Learners completing the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF) can progress to:
All units are internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally verified by TQUK Ltd. The qualifications are criterion referenced based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.
The Assessor judges that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria.
This Qualification has been accredited to the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) and has its own unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN). This number will appear on the learner’s final certification document. Each unit with the Qualification has its own RQF code. The QAN for this Qualification is as follows:
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (603/3217/7)
TQUK is an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Organisation, providing a wide range of vocational qualifications to FE Colleges and private training providers.
TQUK is an Awarding Organisation recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England, CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland and by Qualifications Wales. TQUK offers qualifications regulated by Ofqual and, in some cases, by CCEA Regulation and/or Qualifications Wales, which sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and are listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will get an Ofqual Regulated Certificate (Hardcopy) from TQUK, an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation.
Certificate and Transcript + Standard postage (Local and International) = Included in Course Fee
If you wish to receive your Certificate and Transcript by special courier, i.e., DHL, there will be an extra cost of £40 (International).
Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).
