DVD based training course for domiciliary care staff
"Great for those little hints that people
never think about. The questionnaires are
great – help us prove trainee retention."
G Banks, Homebank Trust
Addressing the crucial area of medication within the domiciliary setting, this title will cover the key elements staff should be aware of when dealing with medication. Mapped to Common Induction Standards, NVQ learning points and the new Skills for Care "Knowledge Set" this will prove to be an invaluable training resource.
Beginning with an explanation of the legislation that will affect care workers and continues by explaining the role and responsibilities of the carer this title is a vital tool for managers and trainers who need to deliver training in this important area of service delivery.
Subjects covered include:
An introduction to legislation • roles, responsibilities and boundaries • types of medicine • ways medicines are administered • safe practice • maintaining medication records
Duration: 30 minute DVD in 14 sections to be used in a suggested half day training session.
Supporting Material:
Training resource contains: DVD and CD-ROM with Trainer's Guide, Induction Lesson Plan, 1 Induction exercise, 2 Induction handouts, Induction Q&As, Administration Lesson Plan, 1 Administration Discussion, 2 Administration exercises, 6 Administration handouts, Administration Q&As, Template Medication Administration Record, certificates and other support materials.
Consultant: Elaine Bartlett Bpharm, MRPharmS, Specialist Consultant Pharmacist Former Medication Inspector
Peer Review: Boots the Chemist
Standards:
Skills for Care Common Induction Standard (Revised 2010) 8.5
Skills for Care Medication Knowledge and Skills Set
Care Council for Wales Induction Framework (2008) 3.6
Health and Social Care NOS/NVQ Units 221, 236 & 375
Reference:
QCF: Health and Social Care Diploma (England) Units HSC 2005, 2025, 3047, 3049 & ASM 34
QCF: Health and Social Care Diploma (Wales and Northern Ireland) Units HSC 2005, 2025, 3047, 3049 & ASM 34
Course available for Online Training starting from £3.50 (plus VAT) per user
