Medication Administration Course
Cost: $249
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
Delivery: Blended – Online Learning Modules + In Person Training
Duration: 3 Hour In Person Session
Certification: HLTHPS006 Assist Clients With Medication
Locations: Perth
Same-Day Certificate
Flexible Delivery
Just $249
Medication Administration Course Overview:
For $249, our comprehensive medication administration course rewards individuals with the essential skills, practical experience, and in-depth knowledge required to administer medication and provide it to clients effectively and safely.
Through blended at-home and in-person learning you’ll learn how to respond to medical errors, control infections, the particulars of medication documentation, the use and cleaning of medication equipment such as a webster pack, and much more.
- Blended Learning Model – The medication administration course is delivered through blended theory and practice training consisting of self-paced online learning followed by three hours of in-person practical training. Depending on how soon you complete your online learning, you can essentially complete your course in a single day. Ultimately how long this course takes depends on you.
- Same-day qualification issue – Quickly prove your HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication qualification by downloading your nationally recognised statement of attainment straight from your student portal when you finish your course.
- No entry requirements – You don’t need any prior academic requirements to attend a medication administration course. At the minimum, attendees must possess fundamental literacy and numeracy skills, and the physical capability to interact with clients to provide them with medication, operate and clean medication equipment and to store said equipment correctly after use.
Group First Aid Bookings
Book in bulk and save. Discounts apply for corporate or group bookings. We can even organise for a trainer to come to you! For further information or to book please contact our corporate and group bookings team at corporate@firstaidpro.com.au
Other Accredited First Aid Units
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
First Aid Course Near Me
With locations spread right across the city, you’re sure to find a course in a location that suits you. Our locations are carefully selected to ensure they are fully accessible by public transport and have sufficient parking. All facilities are fully stocked with the latest state-of-the-art first aid training equipment and comfort amenities. Tea and coffee available at all First Aid Pro training facilities.
What You'll Learn: Medication Administration Training
Through your medication administration course you’ll acquire valuable knowledge from your self paced online learning. During the practical medication administration portion of your training you’ll learn critical real-world skills necessary to safely administer medication followed by a competency assessment to conclude your course.
Among the new skills you’ll have attained by t the completion of your course, you will be able to:
- Understand your responsibilities, including regulations and any organisational guidelines behind safely administering medication to clients.
- Prepare the administration of medication by complying with infection prevention and control procedures.
- Understand various medication terminologies, shorthand terms, abbreviations, acronyms, and jargon.
- Be conscious of the different types of medications and the different handling and administration techniques behind each
- Instruct and support clients in self-administering medication.
- Complete medication documentation and records including but not limited to a medication log.
- Safely use medication facilities and a variety of medication equipment.
- Manage medication schedules to ensure correct dosages are taken at correct times, by the correct person, and in the correct manner
- Comply with Workplace health and safety.
- Safely and correctly store medications when not in use and replenish stock when needed
- Establish a medication agreement with clients.
- Handle medication contingencies such as out of date medication or adverse patient reactions by appropriately recording, reporting, and responding to the event.
- Understand your clients’ specific medication needs, and recognise any behavioural or physical changes which could impact how their medication affects them.
- Carry out your duties with confidence, care, and compassion.
- Understand the 7 rights of medication administration
- Hygienically dispose of medication waste, and clean and store medication equipment.
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HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication is a qualification which provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to administer their patients medication, complete relevant medication documentation and support their clients in self-administering medication.
By completing this course, you’ll achieve a vast range of important skills paramount for medication administration. These include how to check patients’ care plans, how to ensure the right medication is administered, and how to properly use and clean medication equipment. On top of all this, participants will also experience the incredible levels of sympathy and compassion they need to work in Perth’s healthcare industry.
This is a wonderful course for anyone who is looking to enter the healthcare industry. Healthcare professionals seeking career advancement opportunities, NDIS providers or carers, or disability workers will also benefit from completing this medication administration course.
Your comprehensive medication administration training will help you in applying for entry level positions in health care services, community services, personal caregiver roles, or as an enrolled or registered nurse.
At First Aid Pro, HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication is offered as a blended delivery course, utilising a mix of online and hands-on training. Enrol today to start gaining crucial skills for medication administration.
Other Information
Career Opportunities
First Aid Pro is a registered training organisation. Upon your successful completion of the medication administration course you’ll receive the nationally recognised certification – HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication.
You can look forward to receiving your medication administration certificate within 24 hours of completing the in-person practical training component.
From there you’ll be in an fantastic position to start in any of the following entry-level roles:
- Healthcare services
- Disability services
- NDIS services
- Community services
- Enrolled or registered nurse
- Personal caregiver
Course Fees
The medication administration course consists of a single upfront payment of $249.
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Course Delivery
The medication administration course is delivered through blended theory and practice training consisting of self-paced online learning followed by three hours of in-person practical training. Depending on how soon you complete your online learning, you can essentially complete your course in a single day. Ultimately how long this course takes depends on you.
The in-person portion of your medication administration training can take place at:
Quality Hotel Ambassador Perth and The Comfort Inn & Suites Goodearth – 195 / 196 Adelaide Terrace
Entry Requirements
You don’t need any prior academic requirements to attend a medication administration course. At the minimum, attendees must possess fundamental literacy and numeracy skills, and the physical capability to interact with clients to provide them with medication, operate and clean medication equipment and to store said equipment correctly after use.
Attendees will also need any device with an internet connection to perform the at-home eLearning and theoretical portions of their training.
USI Requirements
All students undertaking a Nationally Registered training course in Australia must have a valid a Unique Student Identifier (USI). USI’s only need be created once, and the number generated is yours for life. So, if you have completed any formal study since 2015 it is likely that you may already have a USI that you can use. Obtaining a USI is free and takes less than 5 minutes. To create a USI or search the USI Registry if you have forgotten yours click HERE.
First Aid Course Locations across Perth, Western Australia (WA)
- Perth CBD – 573 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000
- Canning Vale Community Centre – Eucalyptus Blvd & Waratah Blvd, Canning Vale WA 6155.
- Gosnell Hotel – 2149 Albany Highway, Gosnell’s, WA, 6111
- Quest Rockingham, 22 Flinders Lane, Rockingham WA, 6168
All our First Aid Courses are delivered according to the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines and in accordance with Safe Work Australia recommendations.
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