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Medication Assistance Training: What Support Workers Need to Know
Why Medication Assistance Matters
For many NDIS participants and aged care clients, medication is an essential part of daily life. Support workers often play a role in assisting with medication, ensuring it is taken safely and correctly.
However, medication errors can lead to serious health risks, non-compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, and loss of trust. That’s why Medication Assistance training is essential for workers across the care sector.
What Workers Learn in Medication Assistance Training
This training equips support workers with the knowledge and confidence to:
Understand medication types and common administration routes
Follow “five rights” of medication assistance (right person, medication, dose, route, and time)
Accurately record and report medication use
Recognise side effects and adverse reactions
Work within scope of practice and organisational policies
Benefits for Support Workers
Participant safety first – reduce the risk of medication errors
Stronger compliance – meet employer and NDIS Commission requirements
Confidence at work – handle medication tasks responsibly
Career growth – build an essential skill valued in all aged care and disability support roles
Participant safety first – reduce the risk of medication errors
Stronger compliance – meet employer and NDIS Commission requirements
Confidence at work – handle medication tasks responsibly
Career growth – build an essential skill valued in all aged care and disability support roles
Linking to Other Compliance Skills
Medication Assistance is often paired with Work Health Safety and Environmental Management, since safe hygiene practices are vital when handling medications. Both courses are available online through 2Skill, making it simple to complete them together for compliance and professional development.
Moving Forward With Confidence
Medication Assistance training goes beyond compliance—it’s about ensuring the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of participants.
👉 Enrol in Medication Assistance training with 2Skill today. With our 14-day free trial, you can start learning immediately and add this vital skill to your career toolkit without upfront costs.
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