Overview
Medication administration and calculation are critical competencies that directly influence patient safety and treatment outcomes. This course is designed to strengthen learners’ understanding and practical application of safe medication practices across clinical settings. Through a structured set of skill-based videos developed at the Advance Technology Centre (ATC), Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC), learners will gain clarity on routes of drug administration, accurate drug calculation for adult and pediatric patients, safe handling of high-risk medications, and correct fluid and infusion techniques. The course emphasizes accuracy, standard protocols, infection control, and prevention of medication errors. It supports both foundational learning and skill reinforcement, making it suitable for healthcare students, nursing staff, and allied healthcare professionals seeking to improve confidence and competence in medication management.
What You'll Gain
Understand different routes of drug administration and their indications
Perform accurate drug calculations for adult and pediatric patients
Identify and safely manage high-risk medications
Apply correct fluid and infusion techniques
Follow standard safety protocols to prevent medication errors
Strengthen confidence in medication-related clinical skills
Special Features
Skill-based procedural videos developed in a simulation environment
Step-by-step demonstrations with clinical explanations
Emphasis on medication safety and error prevention
Suitable for beginners and refresher training
Supports OSCE and practical examination preparation
Self-paced learning through LMS access
Course Eligibility: Undergraduate
Course Sub Eligibility: Healthcare students, nursing professionals, allied healthcare staff
Description
This course provides video-based training on safe medication administration, adult drug calculation and pediatric drug calculation, high-risk medication management, and fluid and infusion techniques. It focuses on accuracy, patient safety, and adherence to standard clinical protocols, enabling learners to reduce medication errors and apply safe practices in day-to-day clinical care. For hands-on/practical trainings, please contact elearning@healthcare-ssc.in or call 9266617232
Curriculum
Overview of medication administration principles
Rights of medication administration
Common medication errors and prevention
Oral, parenteral, and other routes
Indications, advantages, and precautions
Nursing responsibilities during administration
Adult drug calculation methods
Pediatric drug calculation based on weight and age
Importance of accuracy and double-checking
Identification of high-risk medications
Safe storage, preparation, and administration
Monitoring and reporting adverse effects
Types of IV fluids
Setting up fluid and infusion therapy
Monitoring infusions and managing complications
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Frequently
Asked Questions
Healthcare students, nursing professionals, allied healthcare staff, and GDAs involved in medication administration.
Yes, the course is suitable for beginners as well as professionals seeking skill refreshment.
Yes, pediatric drug calculation and safety considerations are included.
Yes, learners can complete the course at their own pace through the LMS.
Yes, a certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.