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Medication Aide Training in Martinez & Augusta, GA

A 24-hour, 4-day in-person course for CNAs in good standing to become Certified Medication Aides in Georgia.

Duration

4 days (Monday–Thursday)

Hours

24 hours

Format

In-Person

Certification

Upon completion, students may sit for the proctored state examination given online. Certification lasts two years. Testing fee is separate from tuition.

About the Medication Aide program

A Certified Medication Aide is a CNA who has completed additional training and is authorized to administer non-injectable medications. CMAs prepare and administer routine medications, document administration and effectiveness, and note any adverse side effects. This is an in-person class.

What you'll learn

  • Describe the role and responsibilities of the Medication Aide
  • Protect patient privacy and confidentiality
  • Assist patients with medication administration
  • Take direction from RNs and LPNs and report observations per facility policy

Admission requirements

Documents to submit

  • • Must be a CNA in good standing on Georgia's Registry
  • • High School Diploma or GED
  • • State Issued ID
  • • Social Security Card
  • • Criminal Background Check
  • • Negative TB test (PPD or chest x-ray)
  • • Flu Shot (if during season)

Eligibility

  • • 17 years of age
  • • Able to lift at least 50 lbs

Upcoming Medication Aide classes

No upcoming classes are currently available. Contact Admissions to discuss the next available start date.

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