• NDIS Code of Conduct, Practice Standards and High Intensity Skill Descriptors

• Understanding of South Australian medication regulations and the role of the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)

• Developing an understanding of medications, including, over the counter and prescribed preparations

• Developing an understanding of how medications affect the body

• Recognising, reporting and taking appropriate action to any adverse or allergic reactions

• Having practical knowledge of the different formulations and routes

• Having a basic knowledge of key medication effects and side-effects

• Medication Authority

• The role of consent in the administration of medication

• The difference between self-administration, prompting and administration of medication, based on legislation and organisational policy

• Developing an understanding of the risks and responsibilities relating to medication administration

• Expiry dates and the disposal

• Knowing how to use the Rights of Medication to diminish risk and maintain the principles of medication safety

• Understanding the role and importance of documentation and record-keeping including incident observation and reporting

1. Checking medication from the Dose Administration Aid against the Medication Authority using three checks

2. Pouring liquid to 10mls  

Students must complete all practicals to pass the course.