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HSC 3047: Support use of medication in social care settingsHSC 3047: Support use of medication in social caresettingsUnit reference F/601/4056 Level 3Credit value 5 GLH 40Unit aimThis unit assesses support for use of medication in social care settings. Itcovers broad types, classifications and forms of medication, as well assafe handling and storage. It addresses practical support for use ofmedication that reflects social care principles and values, and includes theneed for accurate recording and reporting.Learner name:CACHE Centre no:CACHE PIN:ULN:Learning outcomesThe learner will:Assessment criteriaThe learner can:Evidencerecorde.g. pagenumber &methodAssessorjudgementachievedInitial and dateLearning outcomes 5, 7 and 8 must be assessed in real work environments by a qualifiedvocationally competent assessor. Simulation is not permitted.1. Understand the legislativeframework for the use ofmedication in social caresettings.1.1. Identify legislation that governsthe use of medication in socialcare settings.1.2. Outline the legal classificationsystem for medication.1.3. Explain how and why policiesand procedures or agreedways of working must reflectand incorporate legislativerequirements.2. Know about common typesof medication and their use.2.1. Identify common types ofmedication.2.2. List conditions for which eachtype of medication may beprescribed.© CACHE 2013 Version 5.0 143