Administration of Medication in Schools

This Administration of Medication in Schools training course teaches staff the requirements for record keeping, how to plan for activities outside of schools, recognise the principles for safe practice in administering medication, how to administer prescribed medicine, and the laws that apply to the administration of medication in schools. Schools must have procedures and policies in place for the administration of medication to children and young people in order to clarify responsibilities.

Description

On completion of this online Medication Administration training course in Schools, learners should know and understand the following:

  • Identify the laws
    Identify the laws that apply to the administration of medication in schools
  • Requirements for record keeping
    Understand the requirements for record keeping, including consent forms and records of medicines administered
  • Plan for activities outside of school
    Learn how to plan for activities outside of school, such as school trips and residential visits
  • Policies and procedures
    Identify the policies and procedures schools should have in place
  • Safe practice in administering medication
    Recognise the principles for safe practice in administering medication
  • Training requirements for schools
    Understood the training requirements for schools, including how to administer prescribed medicine and awareness training for relevant medical conditions