Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This course will teach students the role and responsibilities of a Certified Medication Aide. Students will learn the legal and ethical aspects of administering medications, the different forms of medications, preparation of medications, recording and observation of medication administration. Students will also learn to read a prescription and mathematically calculate the correct drug dosages for administration. Students will review the Kansas Adult Care Home Regulations and how they apply to a CMA.
Students are prepared during the theory/ lab phase of the course to perform medication administration by various routes to residents in long-term care facilities, under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. Students participate in a minimum of twenty-five hours of hands-on experience in a long term care setting and simulated lab to assure students’ eligibility for the Kansas Medication Aide certification examination.
The course is designed to enable students to gain employment upon graduation as a CMA and to make informed decisions on career objectives through education. This course meets all federal and state requirements for education and training of a Certified Medication Aide.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
4
Hours
3
Entrance Requirements
Combination of Education and Course(s)
School
Bethel House Training Insitute
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1005 S. Glendale
Local WIB
4 - Workforce Investment Area IV
Type of Attainment:
CMA
Name of Credential
Certified Medication Aide
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
NONE
Refund Policy
Based on how many days are left in the course.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Kansas Health Occupations Credentialing
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$700.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$700.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$700.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$700.00
