• provide assistance with medication
  • to at least 5 different clients according to their care plans
  • with at least 5 different types of medications
  • used at least 3 different modes of administration
• consistently adhere to procedures and regulatory requirements for assisting with medication, including:
  • check the care plan and confirming details
  • check medication, including expiry dates and dosage instructions
  • confirm client identity
  • calculate correct dosage
  • conduct pre and post administration client checks
  • clean equipment and disposed and stored medications according to organisation procedures completed accurate documentation

On successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for:

• HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication

An SOA will be issued by Skills Network Australia Ltd within 30 days of completion of the course, provided all USI, fees and charges have been finalised.

The units of competency listed above are current on the National Register of VET at the time of publication.

Prerequisites

Foundation skills are the underpinning communication skills required for participation in the workplace, the community and in adult education and training.

Numeracy – to calculate and check correct dosage of medication, expiry dates and client information. This includes basic calculations of ratios and volume.

Reading – to correctly check and interpret client information and dosage instructions.

The remaining foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

You will require an internet capable smartphone or tablet to complete online components of the course.

All other training and assessment materials and equipment will be supplied throughout the course. Students should wear comfortable, casual clothing.

If you are concerned about any of these requirements please contact your training provider prior to enrolling into the course.

2 hours of detailed online training plus up to 6 hours in-person practical assessment.

Training and assessment can be adjusted to account for specific workplace requirements and the existing skills and knowledge of the students.

Training and assessment may be held at a training facility or on a client’s site. Please contact us for more information.

There is no industry standard recommended renewal date. Please consult with your workplace procedures and policies regarding certificate renewal.

This course is offered and delivered by the training provider on behalf of Skills Network Australia Pty Ltd. The course fee will be paid to the training provider.

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Skills Network has policies in place to ensure complaints and appeals are recorded, acknowledged and dealt with fairly, efficiently and effectively.

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This course;

1. does not involve any work placement arrangements,
2. does not enable students to obtain a licensed or regulated outcome, and
3. is not associated with any VET FEE-HELP, government funded subsidy or other financial support arrangements.

Skills Network cannot guarantee that:

• a learner will successfully complete the course; or
• a learner will obtain a particular employment outcome by completing the course.