About the Course
Medication Administration for Community Health Workers (BC Edition)
Foundational Training in Safe Medication Support for Community Care
This course is designed to equip Community Health Workers (CHWs) in British Columbia with the essential knowledge and skills to assist in safe medication administration and support within home and community-based care settings. While CHWs in BC do not administer medications independently, they often work under the delegation or direction of licensed professionals such as Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
This training aligns with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry’s standards and prepares workers to contribute effectively to client wellness through proper medication assistance and observation.
Course Topics Include:
Overview of pharmacology and medication types commonly used in community settings
Interpreting medication labels, prescriptions, and packaging
Safe handling and storage of medications
Medication administration routes (oral, topical, eye/ear drops, etc.) under delegation
Infection prevention and hygiene during medication support
Recognizing and reporting side effects, errors, and allergic reactions
Documentation and communication protocols
Legal boundaries, scope of practice, and delegation under BC regulations
Client-centered approaches to medication adherence and education
Cultural safety and trauma-informed practices in medication support
Who Should Enroll:
Registered Care Aides and Community Health Workers in BC
Home Support Workers in publicly or privately funded settings
New CHW graduates seeking skills in medication support
Experienced CHWs transitioning to roles involving delegated medication tasks
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Confidently support clients in taking medications as part of a care plan
Accurately document and report medication-related issues
Follow safe procedures in assisting with medications under supervision
Recognize when to escalate concerns to a nurse or supervisor
Promote safe, respectful, and culturally competent care in medication assistance
Important Notes:
This course does not authorize independent medication administration, but supports CHWs in understanding their delegated roles and working effectively as part of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with BC’s health authority guidelines and employer-specific policies.
Your Instructor
Self Leaning
✅ Learn independently — on your own schedule
You can start, pause, and complete the course whenever it works best for you. No live sessions or fixed timelines.
✅ Access pre-recorded materials that include video lessons, reading materials, quizzes, and exercises that you can go through at your own pace.
✅ Revisit content as needed. You can rewatch videos, redo exercises, and review key points anytime — great for deep learning or busy schedules.
✅ Minimal interaction.
Unlike instructor-led courses, self-learning courses don’t rely on live Zoom calls or real-time discussions. However, you can attend our Q&A sessions, see calendar.