CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (CMA)

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (CMA)

About Course

Become a Certified Medication Aide in this self-paced, self-taught course. Upon completion of this course you must pass the State Certification Exam. Clinicals arranged with instructor. Must furnish uniform (scrubs) for all in-person activities.

 

Prerequisites: Must be at least 18 years of age; have a high school diploma or GED; hold current certification for LTC, HHC or DDDC with no abuse notations; have six months experience as a nurse aide; be physically and mentally able to perform the duties as a Medication Aide. National Background Check, flu vaccine and two-step TB test required upon enrollment. Drug Screen is time-sensitive and will be explained during orientation.

Prior to starting courses in the Flexible Health Program all students will be required to complete the following requirements and submit them to the campus enrollment specialist no later than 3:00pm the Thursday before their class begins.

  1. A national background check: An email link from Universal Background will be sent to students to complete the background check. The cost of the background check is $65.
  2. Submit a copy of photo identification.
  3. Submit a copy of your High School Diploma or GED.
  4. Full payment must be made before course can be started. This includes your background check and books.
  5. CVTECH Photo Identification Badge. Obtain at enrollment.
  6. Enrollment in an AHA CPR course or submit a copy of non-expired AHA CPR course: CPR courses are held regularly at Canadian Valley Technology Center
  7. Submit a copy of students Immunization Status: Students can obtain a copy of their immunization status from the local Health Department or their local pharmacy.
  8. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)- proof of 2 MMR vaccines required or a titer level will be accepted. Documentation may be submitted on via the Student’s Immunization status record or on a separate form.
  9. Tuberculin Skin Test (PPD)- one step method is required. Documentation must be submitted including the skin test and the reading of the skin test 48-72 hours following the skin test.

 

Required: Book, not included in cost. Background check, included.

 

Note: Hybrid coursework is 100% online. Orientation, skills, and testing performed on-site.

 

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Closed Fridays.

 

In-District students include those whose permanent residence is within any technology center district in Oklahoma. Proof of residency in the form of a utility bill, lease agreement, or mortgage will be required.

Course Details

  • Course Number: AH301
  • Hours: 60
  • Formats: Hybrid or In-person
  • Campus: Chickasha | Cowan (Yukon)
  • Dates: FLEXIBLE
  • Days: Monday-Thursday
  • Times: 8AM-4PM
  • Books: Required, not included in cost.

Price range: $382.00 through $383.00