ALACC Health College
Assist Clients with Medication
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance, and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication.
This unit applies to community services and health workers with authority in their state or territory to assist with the administration of medication.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Delivery mode
ALACC Health College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
Students undertake a work experience/ practical placement experience of 25 hours.Classroom based training (face to face/ online) and supervised practical experience in a community and/or residential setting.
Locations- 189 Plenty Rd, Preston, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
ALACC entry requirements require that applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years’ old
- Have satisfactorily completed Year 11 or equivalent
The following are not an entry requirement, but may need to be considered prior to undertaking this course:
- Basic foundation skills and computer literacy skills may be required for learning activities related to the course. Where relevant, adequate student support is available.
- Students will be required to provide a current Police check and evidence of flu and COVID-19 vaccination prior to undertaking placements.
- Workers in disability support roles will need to complete the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commissions worker orientation online training module ‘Quality, Safety and You’.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Assist Clients with Medication will prepare you for the following roles.
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About ALACC Health College
ALACC is a Vocational Education and Training (VET) college based in Melbourne (Preston), offering nationally recognised courses. ALACC is committed to providing flexible and innovative education and training. At ALACC we understand the differences between every student’s experience, aptitude and learning styles.
