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August 18, 2025
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Medication Administration Course Overview
Our Medication Administration Course gives you the right knowledge to support safe and confident medication use in real-life care settings. Learn step-by-step how to handle, measure, administer, and record medications correctly. Through this medical administration training, you’ll cover everything from reading medication labels to using proper techniques and spotting side effects. It’s perfect for anyone wanting to pursue medical administration jobs.What You’ll Learn From The Medication Administration Course
- Understand the 7 Rights of safe medication use
- Identify types and forms of medicines
- Learn how to read medication instructions correctly
- Know safe routes to give medications
- Do simple dose calculations with confidence
- Store and dispose of medications safely
- Handle and report bad reactions properly
- Use correct record-keeping steps every time
- Give meds using the correct techniques
- Follow special rules for different people
Is this course suitable for family carers?
Yes. It’s ideal for family members who care for loved ones and want to administer medication safely and confidently at home.Entry Requirements
- Must be 16 years or older
- Able to read basic English
- Comfortable using a computer or phone
- No formal science background needed
Who Should Take This Course
- School leavers (NHS Health Careers)
- Care home staff (Skills for Care)
- Job seekers wanting stable roles
- Family carers needing safe practices
- Healthcare support workers
Assessment
You’ll take a simple online quiz at the end of each module. To pass, score at least 60%. Don’t worry, retakes are free if you need more than one try.Career Paths
- Medical Lab Assistant
- NHS Medication Support Worker
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Care Home Medication Aide
- Health and Social Care Worker
Support Lives with Smart Training!Â
Take the first step into healthcare with our trusted medication administration training. Enrol today and start learning the skills that truly make a difference.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is this course fully online?- Yes, our course is 100% online. You can study from home at your own pace.
- Yes. You will receive a CPD-certified digital certificate upon completing the course.
- Yes, the course supports many entry-level roles in the health and care sectors.
- Most learners complete it in under 6 hours, but you can go slower or faster.
 Study Method : Online
 Tutor Support: Yes
 Free Certificate: CPD Certified
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Curriculum​
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- Module 01: Overview of Medication Administration 00:20:00
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- Module 02: Medication Safety: The 7 Rights of Medication Administration 00:25:00
- Module 03: Medication Types and Forms 00:35:00
- Module 05: Dose Calculations 00:25:00
- Module 07: Medication Administration Techniques 00:30:00
- Module 09: Storage and Disposal of Medications 00:30:00
- Module 11: Documentation and Record Keeping 00:20:00
Our Accreditation
CPD Certification
This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD Certified is globally recognized by employers, professional organizations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement.
CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organizations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.

Our Certification of Achievement
After completing the MCQ assessment for this course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Course Cave. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99
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Alex Barton

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This course is a must-have for anyone serious about this field. The content is thorough yet simple, and the module designs are top-notch. I’m already seeing results after just a few lessons!
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