H-8 Masterclass

Administering Medication Safely in ECE

This short self-paced course equips early childhood educators with the essential knowledge and skills to administer medication safely and effectively in an early learning setting.
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$39 per person. 
*This module is not included in any subscriptions
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This module has recently been reviewed and updated to ensure it meets the new ECE Regulation requirements effective 1st April 2026.

 We strongly advise that you retake this course to ensure you are up to date with the Licensing Criteria and feel confident to meet compliance in your role.

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  • This is a self-paced module, learn on-demand anytime, from any device. 
  • Pause and play, no need to remember where you got up to.   
  • Revisit as many times as you need.  
  • 2 Years of access to complete your module and claim your certificate. 

How confident do you feel in your medication training?

Administering medication safely to children in early childhood settings is a critical role that early childhood educators play every day. We are required by the New Zealand Licensing Criteria to be trained in giving medication safely.

The Ministry of Education states:
"Adults responsible for administering medicine to children (other than their own) are provided with the necessary information, training, or instruction to do so safely and effectively."

Presented By

Charlotte Young - Registered Paediatric Care Intensive Nurse Practitioner and baby first aid educator

Learning Time

This self-paced course is approximately 2 hours of learning time.

Skill Level

Suitable for all NZ ECE Managers, teachers and educators

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What will you learn?

This course is delivered by Registered Paediatric Care Intensive Nurse Practitioner and baby first aid educator Charlotte Young, who will cover;
  • Administering oral medications
  • Inhalers
  • EpiPens
  • Eye drops
  • Medicated Creams
  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Knowing the medication categories and documentation required for ECE services
Includes a new resource: “Escalation flowchart” which demonstrates what to do when a child becomes unwell in ECE. Participants will be required to pass a short multiple choice quiz to gain their certificate for this course.
Certificate of completion provided
for your professional learning records
About the Creator

Charlotte Young

  • Bachelor of Nursing with 8 years experience as a Paediatric ICU Nurse
  • Master of Nursing (Paediatric Research, First Class) through the University of Auckland
  • Specialised education in Advanced Paediatric Intensive Care Nursing
  • Certification in Advanced Emergency Management
  • New Zealand Resuscitation Council certified Emergency Care Instructor
  • Previous experience as a university level clinical tutor - teaching fundamental assessment skills to nursing students

What others said about this module:

An interesting mix of videos and informative texts. The tests made sure I had gained the required knowledge. Printable are a great idea.
— Jeanette
The way to course was delivered and the real-life person demonstrating how to administer medication.
— Michelle
Good mix of learning styles with short videos, then reading materials and the quizzes! Well planned team!
— Linley

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