The Department of Health partnered with NPS MedicineWise to develop eLearning modules for prescribers and pharmacists. With NPS MedicineWise ceasing operations at the end of 2022, the modules are now hosted by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care.
eLearning module 1: The ScriptCheckWA System – what, when and how?
Duration: approximately 45 to 60 minutes
This module provides an overview of ScriptCheckWA. It provides health practitioners an
opportunity to update their knowledge on the increasing harms from high-risk prescription medicines, and
to learn how ScriptCheckWA provides additional information to assist with clinical decisions when
prescribing or dispensing high-risk medicines.
eLearning module 2: Monitored medicines and clinical practice (for prescribers)
Duration: approximately 45 to 60 minutes
This module provides prescribers an opportunity to consider how they manage safety
concerns about patients with prescription medicine dependence or those showing signs of high-risk use.
It explores planning approaches for the consultation, strategies for collaboration with other health
professionals, whole of practice/service approaches to ensure equity and safety for everyone and
provides an opportunity to review available management and treatment options.
eLearning module 2: Monitored medicines and clinical practice (for pharmacists)
Duration: approximately 45 to 60 minutes
This module provides pharmacists an opportunity to refresh their knowledge on safe and
appropriate dispensing of high-risk medicines, particularly those monitored in ScriptCheckWA, and
consider how to manage concerns about patient safety regarding their use of these high-risk
medicines.
eLearning module 3: Communication and care for patients using monitored medicines (for prescribers and pharmacists)
Duration: 45 to 60 minutes
This module provides foundation information to help health practitioners and their
practice/pharmacy prepare for conversations with patients about the potential risks of dependence with
monitored medicines.
Additional resources
More information
Medicines and Poisons Regulation Branch
Mailing address: PO Box 8172, Perth Business Centre, WA 6849
Phone: 9222 6883
Email: MPRB@health.wa.gov.au