EQUALS International
Assist clients with medication
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This short course is designed for support workers who require the skills and knowledge required to prepare and provide medication assistance and complete medication documentation. This short course also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication. It is best suited to support workers who are employed or who are otherwise able to demonstrate competency in a suitable workplace.
Content
- Prepare to assist with medication
- Prepare the client for assistance with administration of medication
- Support clients with administration of medication
- Handle medication contingencies
- Complete medication distribution and documentation
Enrolment Options
Option 1
Participants complete our online course and receive a Certificate of Completion. This option does not require completion of the Workplace Observation assessment and is ideal for those seeking a professional development course without the nationally recognised unit of competency.
Option 2
Participants complete a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications. This option requires participants to complete all assessment requirements. Participants seeking a Statement of Attainment must have access to a suitably qualified workplace supervisor (i.e. Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse) who will verify competency prior to completing the short course.
The short course is offered online on our Open Learning course site or in a blended campus delivery mode. In the blended delivery mode, participants complete theoretical knowledge in a self-paced mode, followed by 8 hours of clinical simulation and practice and an assessment with our qualified Assessor in your workplace.
Delivery mode
EQUALS International offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Locations
- 54 Currie St, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Assist clients with medication will prepare you for the following role.
Health Care Worker
A Health Care Worker is employed in a range of settings to provide services to patients and clients. You may work directly with patients or you mig...
About EQUALS International
EQUALS was founded over 30 years ago, with the dream of promoting and developing human potential. Today we are an independent tertiary education provider offering nationally recognised and accredited courses to local and international students.
Our diverse students enjoy a holistic approach to adult education and are supported by transformational learning principles within an enriching environment. With a range of courses and microcredentials across areas in Health and Nursing, Human Services, Integrative Health, Aged and Community Services, Mental Health, Disability, Leadership and Management, Early Childhood Education and Care, we deliver high quality learning experiences for our students, who in turn enjoy high rates of graduate employment and further study pathways.
Throughout our history we have been involved in philanthropic projects and initiatives that promote equity, access and human rights within the local and wider community. As our capacity has grown, so has our ability to meet the needs of a changing world. We nurture meaningful collaborations with government, industry and the not-for-profit sector and offer flexible and innovative approaches that contribute towards social advancement.
