Medication is usually given at home by Parental/Guardian.
When a Child attends a Childcare Facility, the Medication can be administered by Childcare Providers to maintain the health of the child, prevent illness or relieve symptoms.
To administer medication, Childcare Providers must comply with Best Practice.
This course provides knowledge and skills to Childcare Providers which covers procedures for
receiving,
storing,
preparing,
administering,
documentation and
follow up techniques.
This is an important course to do, because most parents belive that the Creche must be able to care for their child during the sick period once they have registered their child with you. There are somethings we need to understand about care of a sick child