HLTH - 2190 Medication Aide

Prerequisite(s):

Completion of a basic nursing assistant course
Ability to speak and understand English
Cannot be convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude
Be at least 18 years of age to practice as a medication aide
Successful completion of 45 clock hours of training and state testing approved by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

This course is designed to prepare the learner to assume the role and responsibilities of the medication aide. The curriculum is designed to meet the minimum basic requirements in medication administration and pharmacology. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be eligible to sit for an exam approved by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Successful completion of this examination will approve the student as a medication aide in Nebraska.

Credits: 3
Lecture Classroom Hours: 37.5
Vocational Laboratory Hours: 22.5