Course Overview
An accessible, entry-level online course designed for healthcare support staff, students, and professionals who need to master pharmaceutical numeracy including dosage calculations, dilutions, and stock management.
Delivered through guided video lectures and interactive exercises, the course provides immediate practical value and is assessable via an online quiz upon completion.
Who Should Attend?
Pharmacy assistants and support staff
Nursing students and graduates
Healthcare support workers
Enrolled nurses
Anyone dispensing or handling medicines
Course Outline
| # | Module / Unit | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numeracy Review | Fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios in pharmaceutical context |
| 2 | Units of Measurement | SI units, weight, volume, concentration conversions |
| 3 | Dosage Calculations | Per kg dosing, adult and paediatric, tablet and liquid calculations |
| 4 | Intravenous & Infusion Calculations | Drop rates, infusion pumps, flow rate calculation |
| 5 | Dilution & Concentration | Percentage solutions, dilution factors, mixing calculations |
| 6 | Reconstitution of Powders | Dry powder reconstitution, antibiotic suspensions |
| 7 | Stock & Inventory Calculations | Reorder levels, wastage, expiry management |
| 8 | Online Assessment | Multiple-choice quiz, certificate issued on passing |
Entry Requirements
- Basic numeracy skills
- Access to a computer/tablet and internet
- Calculator recommended
- Open to all healthcare staff and students
