Our HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication Course equips you with practical medication administration training so that you are qualified to provide medication and assistance with medication to a client or patient.
Available to domestic and international students, this medication administration course teaches students how to complete the required medication documentation & paperwork pertaining to that medication. It also provides you with the training to advise and support a client who is self-administering such medication. Enrol today and enhance your skill set with this crucial training for healthcare professionals, nurses, NDIS & community services professionals.
$249.00
Blended Learning
(Online & In Person)
3 Hours
The HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course teaches students how to help clients with medications safely and effectively. It meets nationally recognised standards, ensuring practical job-ready skills.
Key topics include reading medication orders, handling medicines safely, maintaining tools, and keeping records in line with regulations. This training is essential for roles in community services, disability support and aged care.
Students gain both practical and theoretical knowledge on legal and ethical medication practices. They learn to monitor clients, manage issues like expired medications, and follow workplace policies.
Ideal for healthcare roles, such as support workers and NDIS professionals, this accredited training improves qualifications and job prospects. The course blends online modules with hands-on workshops for a comprehensive learning experience. Students develop skills to address medication challenges, including identifying side effects and communicating effectively with clients and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care.
The flexible format of the Medication Administration Course offers self-paced online learning with workshops in various locations, including Adelaide, Salisbury, Brisbane, Caboolture, Gold Coast, Melbourne & Darwin. This allows students to access training close to home.
Upon completion, students will be equipped to safely assist clients with medications. They will learn to document changes, administer medication correctly, and promote client wellbeing. Enrol today to gain nationally recognised skills with Skills Training College!
Nationally Accredited
Affordable Learning
SA, QLD
VIC & NT
Course Price
$249.00
Delivery Mode
Blended Learning
(Online & In Person)
Course Duration
3 Hours
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| Location | Course Title | Training Begins | Price AUD (ex GST) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street  Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 19 Jun 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 189.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4  Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 20 Jun 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 189.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 26 Jun 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 27 Jun 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 2 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 3 Jul 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 3 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Sun, 6 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Tue, 8 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Tue, 8 Jul 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 3  Salisbury 3 Unit 20B 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 16 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Sat, 19 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 24 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 24 Jul 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Sun, 27 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 31 Jul 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 4 Salisbury 4 Unit 20D 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 31 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Sat, 2 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 8 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 15 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 3 Salisbury 3 Unit 20B 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 22 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 28 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 4 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 5 Sep 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 249.00 | |
| SALISBURY, SA Salisbury 3 Salisbury 3 Unit 20B 20 John Street Salisbury 5108 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Thu, 11 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 19 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 26 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 21 Nov 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 249.00 | |
| ADELAIDE, SA Adelaide - Grenfell Street Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 12 Dec 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 |
| Location | Course Title | Training Begins | Price AUD (ex GST) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE CITY, QLD Brisbane CBD Ann Street  Brisbane CBD Ann Street Level 1, 345 ANN STREET BRISBANE CITY 4000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 25 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| CABOOLTURE, QLD Caboolture  Caboolture Unit 3 26 George Street Caboolture 4510 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Sat, 16 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| BRISBANE CITY, QLD Brisbane CBD Ann Street Brisbane CBD Ann Street Level 1, 345 ANN STREET BRISBANE CITY 4000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 5 Sep 2025 12:20pm - 3:30pm | 249.00 | |
| BRISBANE CITY, QLD Brisbane CBD Ann Street Brisbane CBD Ann Street Level 1, 345 ANN STREET BRISBANE CITY 4000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm | 249.00 | |
| BRISBANE CITY, QLD Brisbane CBD Ann Street Brisbane CBD Ann Street Level 1, 345 ANN STREET BRISBANE CITY 4000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 12 Dec 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 |
| Location | Course Title | Training Begins | Price AUD (ex GST) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD  Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 18 Jun 2025 5:30pm - 8:30pm | 189.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 2 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 9 Jul 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 25 Jul 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Tue, 29 Jul 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 13 Aug 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 22 Aug 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Wed, 10 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Tue, 23 Sep 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 | |
| MELBOURNE, VIC Melbourne CBD Melbourne CBD The Century Building Unit 1104 125-133 Swanston Street Melbourne 3000 Australia | HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication | Fri, 12 Dec 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm | 249.00 |
There are no formal academic prerequisites for the HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication course. However, all students enrolling in this medication administration training must meet the following requirements:
If you have any questions regarding enrolment conditions please contact our support team.
Our medication administration training course is delivered through a blend of theory and practice conducted across self-paced online learning followed by three (3) hours of in-person practical training.
Depending on how quickly you complete the online learning, you can essentially complete your course in a single day.
The time it takes to complete the online component of the course will depend upon your experience, prior knowledge and dedicated commitment.
Skills Training College’s HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication Course is available for just $249! Using our convenient, secure online booking platform you can pay for your course today using any Mastercard or Visa credit or debit card.
Skills Training College boasts a network of convenient medication administration training venues Australia-wide, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality courses and education to both domestic & international students. Our HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course is available in South Australia, Queensland, the Northern Territory & Victoria. Book your HLTHPS006 course or contact us to learn more!
Thinking about taking the HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course? This specialised medication administration training can open up various exciting career paths in the healthcare and community services sectors. If you’re looking to kickstart your journey, this course is particularly beneficial for those interested in the following entry-level roles:
Healthcare Facilities
(Registered Nurse/Personal Caregiver)
Assisting clients with medication administration is crucial in healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes & assisted living facilities.
Community Services
(Individual Support Worker)
If you're passionate about supporting individuals in the community, especially in medication management, this role is for you.
Make a difference by assisting clients with disabilities in effectively managing their medications through roles in NDIS services.
Provide expert medication assistance in clients' homes, working closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals.
In residential care settings, your responsibility would be helping residents with their medication needs to ensure their wellbeing.
Assisting elderly clients with medication is vital in aged care facilities, nursing homes and residential settings.
These roles require a solid understanding of medication administration procedures, excellent documentation skills, and strict adherence to organisational policies and protocols. Completing this nationally recognised and accredited course provides you with the comprehensive medication administration training you need to excel in any of these fields!
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Assisting with medication involves providing support to individuals in managing their medications. Medication training, like the HLTHPS006 course, educates individuals on administration procedures, safety protocols, and compliance with regulations.
In the Assist Clients with Medication course, students will gain comprehensive insights into the various aspects of medication management, including the correct procedures for medication preparation and administration.
The curriculum covers critical topics such as understanding medication orders, the safe handling of medications, how to clean medication equipment, and the documentation required to ensure compliance with health care protocols.
Practical Scenarios Included in the Course:
These scenarios are designed to provide hands-on experience in real-world situations, ensuring students are well-prepared to handle diverse medication assistance tasks.
Upon completion, graduates will be equipped with the skills necessary to confidently and competently assist clients with their medication needs, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
This course aims to prepare students for a rewarding role in healthcare, enhancing their ability to contribute to client well-being and safety.
At Skills Training College, the HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course is delivered using a hybrid model with blended learning opportunities. This means that the theoretical portion of this course is completed online, at your own pace and from the comfort of your home. Please note however, that the mandatory practical component of the course must be completed in person with a trainer.
It’s important to note that medication administration and first aid are two distinct disciplines. As a result, this course does not cover first aid training. However, if you’re looking to pursue a career in community services or healthcare, obtaining a first aid qualification in addition to this course will provide you with the greatest range of opportunities.
Browse all first aid courses here.
To administer medication, suitable training such as the Assist Clients with Medication course is needed. Administering medication without proper training can be dangerous.
The in-person practical training element of the HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course takes three hours to complete. However, the online portion is self-paced and can be completed at your own leisure.
It is recommended to refresh medication administration training every 12 months to ensure current knowledge aligned with best practices.
Yes, Skills Training College is a registered training organisation and HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication is a nationally accredited certification that can be used anywhere in Australia.
There are no formal entry requirements for the Assist Clients with Medication course, other than being at least 16 years of age. Any student under the age of 18 must complete and submit a parental consent form to the college before commencing their course.
Students must also demonstrate sufficient reading skills to correctly check and interpret both client information and dosage instructions. They must also show sufficient numeracy skills to accurately calculate and check correct dosages, and to understand expiry dates and client information.
Yes, absolutely! Skills Training College offers onsite HLTHPS006 Medication Administration training for workplaces. This flexible option allows your team to receive expert instruction at your preferred time and location, ensuring your staff are equipped with the skills to safely and effectively assist with medication administration. Contact us today to arrange a workplace group booking.
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