The Safe Administration of Medications (SAM) Training Course is designed to provide healthcare professionals and carers with the knowledge and skills to safely administer medications, reduce medication errors, and ensure compliance with HIQA guidelines.
This course covers medication types, storage, dosage calculations, legal responsibilities, and best practices for handling and administering medications, ensuring patient safety and adherence to Irish healthcare regulations.
๐ Duration: Half-Day (4 Hours) or Full-Day (6 Hours) Options
๐ Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
๐ Certification: PSTC Safe Administration of Medications Certificate (Valid for 2 Years)
๐ก Meets HIQA standards for healthcare and social care professionals.
PSTC Certified
Naas or onsite
In person or online
This Safe Administration of Medications Course is ideal for:
โ๏ธ Healthcare assistants, nurses, and carers
โ๏ธ Nursing home and residential care staff
โ๏ธ Community and home care workers
โ๏ธ Social care and disability support workers
โ๏ธ Pharmacy and healthcare professionals
โ๏ธ Employers ensuring compliance with medication safety regulations
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand medication legislation, guidelines, and legal responsibilities
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Learn safe handling, storage, and disposal of medications
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Identify different medication types, routes of administration, and potential side effects
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Accurately interpret prescriptions, dosage calculations, and medication labelling
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Prevent medication errors and understand reporting procedures
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Develop patient safety protocols and infection control measures for medication administration
๐ Instructor-led classroom training with experienced healthcare trainers
๐ Hands-on demonstrations of medication handling procedures
๐ Case studies and real-life scenarios on medication administration
๐ Practical exercises in dosage calculations and prescription interpretation
๐ Final theory and practical assessment for certification
Upon successful completion, participants receive a PSTC Safe Administration of Medications Certificate, valid for 2 years.
๐ก Next Steps: Employers and healthcare staff may also benefit from our Infection Control Training or People Moving & Handling Course.