Daily Medication Administration Training

Micro eLearning Module | Articulate Rise 360

A 10-minute interactive module that teaches residential childrens’ home staff how to administer daily medication safely and consistently. Designed to improve procedural accuracy and confidence while reducing medication errors. Fully compatible with both mobile and desktop devices.

  • For care home staff working on mobile or desk top devices.

  • Instructional design, SME input, research, eLearning development, action mapping, text-based storyboard, style guide, interactive prototype.

  • Tools Used: Articulate Rise 360, ChatGPT, MindMeister, Google Docs and good old fashioned pen & paper!

Instructional Approach

I applied a scenario-based assessment section to this course to simulate authentic workplace decisions in a low-stakes environment. Learners navigate short, branching situations that mirror real-world care settings; selecting actions, receiving immediate feedback, and revisiting decisions until the successful.

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Learning Design and Theory

  • Microlearning structure: concise, stand-alone segments allow focused engagement and quick reinforcement.

  • Cognitive load management: information is chunked and sequenced to move from recall to application.

  • Adult learning principles: connects policy to daily practice, using relevance and autonomy to sustain motivation.

  • Formative assessment: knowledge checks and scenarios double as retrieveal practice to reinforcecretention.

  • Performance orientation: emphasis on behavioural outcomes, not rote recall.

Technical Implementation

  • Built in Articulate Rise 360 for responsive access across devices.

  • Integrates with client LMS via SCORM for completion tracking, time-on-task and learner analytics.

  • Accesible Design compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA standards; clear typography, high contrast, keyboard navigation.

  • Media: voiceover prompts for multi-modal learning, minimal text.

Outcome

Used by carers and managers to demonstrate compliance and support induction training. The format allows easy annual updates and can be repurposed as a refresher micro-course for existing staff.

  • Tools: Articulate Rise 360, Canva, Google Docs, SME Input.

  • Duration:10 minutes.

  • Target Audience: Residential Childcare Staff, office or setting based.

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