Administering Medication

This course is designed to provide a solid and firm theoretical foundation and accurate knowledge on different actions and side effects of various medications. This course will additionally instruct the skills on how to properly administer different medications through particular routes including oral (pills/liquid), nose drops, eye drops, ear drops, suppositories, topical, transdermal, etc.

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START DATE	END DATE	DAY	TIMING	LOCATION	REGISTER
December 5, 2022	December 12, 2022	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	5:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Mississauga - Dundas St Campus	Register Now Register Now
December 5, 2022	December 12, 2022	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	5:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Online Campus	Register Now Register Now
September 11, 2023	September 18, 2023	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	5:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Online Campus	Register Now Register Now
January 8, 2024	January 15, 2024	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	5:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Online Campus	Register Now Register Now
May 6, 2024	May 13, 2024	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	9:30 AM - 2:30 PM	Online Campus	Register Now Register Now
September 9, 2024	September 16, 2024	MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI	5:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Online Campus	Register Now Register Now

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COURSE OUTLINE

Training on collection of information on the patient profile including allergies or health concerns.
Study of common frequently prescribed medications administered by both Personal Support Workers or Caregivers.
Knowledge of the legal aspects of proper administration of medication including the Controlled Acts in Ontario.
Acquaintance with the different rights and responsibilities of proper medication administration.
Understanding the importance of medication monitoring.
Practical, hands-on training for administering medication, through different routes, in a laboratory module.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

This course is delivered by a Registered Nurse or other Medical Professional.
A Laboratory module provides students with hands-on, practical training.
With a Certificate in Administering Medication, students are better prepared to complete in the workforce for positions for Medical Office Administration, Personal Support Worker, Healthcare Aide, and any Caregiver role.