A comprehensive and detailed course, which is suitable for all staff who are involved in medication activities. It covers current legislation, policy and good practice including use of controlled medication in different settings, receipt, storage and disposal of medicines Activities include the use of a BNF to source different classes, forms and routes of medicines. Staff roles and responsibilities are explored in medication handling and record keeping in all types of settings, and how to safely administration different forms of medicines via different routes. Case studies are used to help learners identify remedial actions to take to reduce errors. Learners should have adequate knowledge to complete competency assessments when they return to their workplace.