NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care
601/3404/5
A nationally recognised Level 2 qualification designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the safe handling, administration, storage and recording of medication within health and social care.
150 TQT • 120 GLH • Age 18+
About This Qualification
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care is designed for learners who want to develop their knowledge of medication and the procedures required to handle medicines safely.
The qualification covers different types of medication and their uses, obtaining and storing medication, safe administration, disposal, relevant legislation, responsibility and accountability, record keeping and audit processes.
This is a knowledge-based qualification. It develops understanding of safe medication practice but does not, by itself, demonstrate occupational competence to administer medication.
Qualification at a Glance
Awarding organisation
NCFE CACHE
Qualification number
601/3404/5
Level
Level 2
Total Qualification Time
150 Hours
Guided Learning Hours
120 Hours
Minimum Age
18+
How You’ll Study
You will study primarily through Magpie Training’s Moodle e-learning platform. Moodle gives you access to learning resources, assessment activities, feedback and assessor support.
In addition, you can work through the qualification around your employment and other commitments. Learners who prefer a traditional approach can also complete a paper-based portfolio.
How You’ll Be Assessed
You will build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your understanding of the qualification content. For example, evidence may include written assignments, structured tasks and questions and answers.
Your Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback throughout the programme. Once you have produced sufficient valid evidence, your assessor will confirm that you have met the qualification requirements.
No Workplace Placement Required
This is a knowledge-based qualification, so you do not need to be employed in a care setting or complete workplace observations in order to achieve it. This makes it suitable for both people already working within health, social care or education and those looking to develop their knowledge before progressing into relevant employment or further study.
Studying from anywhere in the UK?
You do not need to be based near Magpie Training. Our regulated qualifications can be supported nationally through Moodle, regular assessor contact and planned workplace evidence.
Who Is This Qualification For?
This qualification is suitable for learners who want to develop their understanding of the safe handling of medication within health and social care.
It is particularly relevant to people already working within care or healthcare who want to strengthen their knowledge of medication procedures, as well as learners preparing to progress to further health and social care qualifications.
There are no specific prior qualification requirements, although learners must be aged 18 or over.
Progression
Successful completion can support progression to further study within health and social care.
NCFE identifies progression routes including Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care, qualifications in preparing to work in adult social care, healthcare support programmes and further specialist study.
Ready to Start Your Qualification?
Speak to Magpie Training about enrolment, delivery options, workplace assessment and available funding.
The qualification can also support progression within employment by strengthening knowledge, confidence and evidence of occupational competence.