Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases – Online CPD Certified
£19.99
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Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Welcome to our online Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers.
They are also developed in line with the latest UK legislation and meet the requirements set out by the National Health Service (NHS), UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Skills for Care, Health and Safety Executive and other professional and regulatory bodies.
Entry requirements - no prerequisites required
Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)
Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate
Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price
Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)
Who is the course for?
This online Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases training course was developed for those who routinely use medical gases in clinical environments, including:
- Doctors
- Dentists
- General practitioners
- Pre-hospital workers
- Allied health professionals (AHPs)
- Registered nurses and midwives, and
- Health and social care support workers.
What is covered in this course?
This online Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases training course includes the following:
- Unit 1 – Introduction to medical gases:
- Unit 2 – Medical gas cylinders
- Unit 3 – Prescribing and administering medical gases
- Unit 4 – British Thoracic Society (BTS) guidelines
- Unit 5 – Other medical gases
- Unit 6 – Handling cryogenic liquids
Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
Course aims and objectives
This online Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases training course was developed to help healthcare professionals understand the legislative requirements to meet UK safety requirements.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this online Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases training course, learners will be able to:
- Define medical gases,
- Understand medical gas supply systems,
- Know the principles of medical gas cylinder safety,
- Understand the uses of medical gases,
- Understand the principles of prescription and administration of medical gases,
- Know the complications of oxygen therapy,
- Understand the national guidance for safe oxygen administration,
- Know the guidance regarding the use of medical oxygen at home,
- Know the principles of Entonox administration,
- Understand the safety requirements for other gases, including medical air, cryogenic liquids, liquid nitrogen and nitrous oxide,
- Know the safety requirements for handling cryogenic liquids,
- Ensure that you get the necessary additional training and assessment in line with local policies and procedures.
Why is this Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases course important?
Medical gas supplies are widely used throughout hospital and community settings. To ensure that medical gases are used safely, healthcare professionals need to be trained in the correct method of handling, setting up and using medical gas equipment. This helps to ensure that medical gases are safely administered to patients following the approved procedure. Health and social care organisations will also be meeting the legislative and regulatory requirements set out by UK authorities.
Safe Handling and Administration of Medical Gases - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.
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Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.
Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).
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The Mandatory Training Group is an accredited and trusted leading provider of statutory and mandatory training for health and social care providers across all UK regions.
Established by qualified health and social care professionals, we have extensive experience in various NHS, private and education sectors. Click here to see our full range of accredited courses, programmes and qualifications.
Staff working in health and social care environments must ensure that they complete appropriate statutory and mandatory training to provide safe and effective services.
Our health and social care training courses, programmes and qualifications were designed to provide effective learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Our packages include induction training, statutory and mandatory courses and continuing professional development (CPD).
Our statutory, mandatory and specialist health and social care training courses are delivered in line with the relevant UK legislation and recommended practice and standards including:
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We provide over 500 online CPD accredited training courses, programmes and qualifications. These course materials were developed to meet the needs of individuals and organisations from both the NHS and private sectors.
Some of the key benefits include health and social care workers to meet both their responsibilities and job roles, which are ideal for induction, awareness, knowledge and refresher training.
- Online, self-paced training
- 24-hour learner support
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- Complete modules within 1-2 hours
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- Instant digital CPD certificates on completion
- Meet current UK legislation and guidelines
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You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.
Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.
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The CPD certificates, awarded upon successful completion, can be used to log your hours against.
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i recommend this traning to health care professional handling medication.
Very good enjoyed it
Reasonably Comprehensive and easy to follow
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Course is well structured but very badly let down by the voiceover.
Some of the questions are very poorly written
Quick and concise
Simple to understand
NICE AND EASY TO FOLLOW WITH VERBAL CUES.