Learn how to safely assist clients with their medications through this self-paced, agency-certified training.
Designed for caregivers, direct support professionals, and home health aides, this course covers the essentials of medication safety — including the 6 Rights, 3 Checks, documentation, and error prevention.
Get certified at your own pace and build confidence in providing safe, compliant care.

Duration: 4–6 Hours

Certification Validity: 1 Year

The Medication Basics course is designed to equip caregivers, direct support professionals, and unlicensed healthcare staff with the foundational knowledge and skills to assist clients safely with their medications.
 

Through interactive lessons and real-life case studies, participants learn how to follow the 6 Rights and 3 Checks of medication assistance, recognize side effects, document accurately, and prevent errors in both home care and facility settings.

This course follows U.S. caregiver education standards. By completing this program, learners will gain confidence, accountability, and an understanding of their scope of practice — helping them deliver quality care while staying compliant with agency and state policies.

Who Should Attend:

• Caregivers, DSPs, and Home Health Aides
• Assisted Living or Group Home staff
• Personal care attendants and agency employees providing non-medical support

Course Benefits:

• Understand safe medication assistance procedures
• Learn documentation, storage, and reporting standards
• Identify medication errors and adverse reactions early
• Improve communication with nurses and supervisors

Join hundreds of caregivers and support professionals. Enroll Now to access the full course instantly — study anytime, earn your certificate, and enhance your caregiving career.