Health and Social Care: Administration of Medication PDA

Course code 97L5

What is special about this course?

This course is an essential part of training for all carers involved in the administration of medication in care homes, residential care or care at home services.

The award will become part of the recommended CPD for staff working in this sector. The PDA consists of two units: Administration of Medication and Administer Medication to Individuals.

Special features

  • You will develop the knowledge required to prepare for, administer, and monitor the effects of medication on individuals.
  • You will also have an understanding of how to record and store, and dispose of medication safely.
  • The course will allow you to become more familiar with adverse reactions and how to respond to emergency situations.

Entry requirements

  • Literary subject at SCQF level 5 or above
  • SVQ 2 Health & Social Care, SVQ 3 Health and Social Care.
  • You should also have appropriate experience in the fields of health and care

Apply for Health and Social Care: Administration of Medication PDA

I want to start in Aug/Sep 2025 or Jan/Feb 2026

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