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HLTHPS006 - Assist clients with medication

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$230

Time

Online e-Learning + 2 Hrs- Face to Face Training & Assessment

Nationally
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Assist clients with medication

The course applies to individuals working in the health and community services sectors such as Aged Care Workers, Community Care Workers, Disability Support Workers, Personal Care Workers and Respite Care Workers who wish to develop the knowledge and skills in supporting people to self-administer medication and complete medication documentation, according to the relevant Federal and state/territory legislation, regulations, codes or practice and workplace policies and procedures.

Students will also develop an understanding of the various forms of medication, the different modes medication can be administered as well as the characteristics of several commonly used medications, including both prescribed and over the counter medication. In addition, students will assist with providing medication using at least five (5) different types of medications and at least three (3) different modes of administration as well as complete associated medication documentation.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recommends Medication Management training is refreshed annually to stay current with policies, procedures and techniques.

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Course Description

The course applies to individuals working in the health and community services sectors such as Aged Care Workers, Community Care Workers, Disability Support Workers, Personal Care Workers and Respite Care Workers who wish to develop the knowledge and skills in supporting people to self-administer medication and complete medication documentation, according to the relevant Federal and state/territory legislation, regulations, codes or practice and workplace policies and procedures.

Students will also develop an understanding of the various forms of medication, the different modes medication can be administered as well as the characteristics of several commonly used medications, including both prescribed and over the counter medication. In addition, students will assist with providing medication using at least five (5) different types of medications and at least three (3) different modes of administration as well as complete associated medication documentation.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recommends Medication Management training is refreshed annually to stay current with policies, procedures and techniques.

The following units will be included in your certificate:
  • HLTHPS006 – Assist clients with medication
    • This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
    An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
  • Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills
  • Numeracy skills to calculate and check correct dosage of medication, expiry dates and client information including basic calculations of ratios and volume
  • Reading skills to correctly check and interpret client information and dosage instructions
  • Language skills to appropriately greet and converse with clients to explain medication requirements and obtain client consent

    • Online study options: students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies.
    Refresher min. duration 300 minutes
    Blended min. duration N/A
    Face-to-face min. duration 480 minutes
    Online with face-to-face min. duration 120 minutes
    Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

    Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

    Practical scenarios:
  • Scenario 1 – Provide assistance with medication – Asthma
  • Scenario 2 – Provide assistance with medication – Anaphylaxis
  • Scenario 3 – Provide assistance with medication – PRN Liquid Paracetamol
  • Scenario 4 – Provide assistance with medication – Eye Drops
  • Scenario 5 – Provide assistance with medication – Tablets

    • Documentation – The student must complete the following to the appropriate standard:
  • Incident Report Forms
  • Medication Administration Forms

    • Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of short answer and multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.
    Learning I can learn and remember steps for safely helping someone take their medicine, and know when to ask for further advice.
    Reading I can read and understand labels, instructions, or charts that show how and when medication should be taken.
    Writing I can write simple notes or fill in records to keep track of medication that’s been given or when a patient refuses it.
    Oral Communication I can ask and answer questions clearly to make sure I understand how to help someone with their medication.
    Numeracy I can use basic maths to check times, doses, or the number of tablets that need to be given.