In this course you will learn about the principles of QUM and the roles different health professionals play in promoting QUM.

QUM for students

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Target audience: Health professional students

Open to: Health professional students

Cost: Free

CPD points: self reporting – view details


The 2024 enrolment version will be available from 1 January 2024.

2023 enrolments will close 31 December 2023.


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  • you partially completed the course and wish to finish it without starting from scratch.
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Learning outcomes


Module 1 – What is Quality Use of Medicines all about?

This module will introduce you to the principles of Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) and specific medicines-related issues for a number of health professions.

After completing this module you should be able to:

  • explain the benefits and risks of medicine use
  • list the objectives of the National Medicines Policy
  • describe the key components of quality use of medicines (QUM)
  • describe key considerations for selecting appropriate medicines
  • identify the roles different health professionals play in QUM and medicine management.


Module 2 – Giorgio's case

This module examines the use of medicines in the complex case of Giorgio Mattiou. Giorgio has a number of health problems, which have recently been compounded by a hospital admission for a moderate stroke.

After completing this module you should:

  • be aware of ways to optimise the use of medicines with respect to suitable dosage, timing and delivery of drugs
  • have an understanding of the role the health professional team has in supporting the Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
  • be aware of possible alternatives to the use of medicines for symptom management
  • be able to implement strategies that promote Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) such as patient education and accurate diagnosis of conditions


Continuing Professional Development points

Self-directed CPD

Understanding the Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)

It is recommended that 1 CPD hour be recorded for the purposes of self-directed CPD.

Self-directed CPD

Giorgio's case

It is recommended that 1 CPD hour be recorded for the purposes of self-directed CPD.

Last modified: Tuesday, 16 April 2024, 3:07 PM