| 1 | Understand the legislative framework for the use of medication in social care settings | 1.1 | Identify legislation that governs the use of medication in social care settings |
| 1.2 | Outline the legal classification system for medication |
| 1.3 | Explain how and why policies and procedures or agreed ways of working must reflect and incorporate legislative requirements |
| 2 | Know about common types of medication and their use | 2.1 | Identify common types of medication |
| 2.2 | List conditions for which each type of medication may be prescribed |
| 2.3 | Describe changes to an individual’s physical or mental well-being that may indicate an adverse reaction to a medication |
| 3 | Understand roles and responsibilities in the use of medication in social care settings | 3.1 | Describe the roles and responsibilities of those involved in prescribing, dispensing and supporting use of medication |
| 3.2 | Explain where responsibilities lie in relation to use of ‘over the counter’ remedies and supplements |
| 4 | Understand techniques for administering medication | 4.1 | Describe the routes by which medication can be administered |
| 4.2 | Describe different forms in which medication may be presented |
| 4.3 | Describe materials and equipment that can assist in administering medication |
| 5 | Be able to receive, store and dispose of medication supplies safely | 5.1 | Demonstrate how to receive supplies of medication in line with agreed ways of working |
| 5.2 | Demonstrate how to store medication safely |
| 5.3 | Demonstrate how to dispose of un-used or unwanted medication safely |
| 6 | Know how to promote the rights of the individual when managing medication | 6.1 | Explain the importance of the following principles in the use of medication • consent • self-medication or active participation • dignity and privacy • confidentiality |
| 6.2 | Explain how risk assessment can be used to promote an individual’s independence in managing medication |
| 6.3 | Describe how ethical issues that may arise over the use of medication can be addressed |
| 7 | Be able to support use of medication | 7.1 | Demonstrate how to access information about an individual’s medication |
| 7.2 | Demonstrate how to support an individual to use medication in ways that promote hygiene, safety, dignity and active participation |
| 7.3 | Demonstrate strategies to ensure that medication is used or administered correctly |
| 7.4 | Demonstrate how to address any practical difficulties that may arise when medication is used |
| 7.5 | Demonstrate how and when to access further information or support about the use of medication |
| 8 | Be able to record and report on use of medication | 8.1 | Demonstrate how to record use of medication and any changes in an individual associated with it |
| 8.2 | Demonstrate how to report on use of medication and problems associated with medication, in line with agreed ways of working |
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