Medication Aide
This 68-hour medication aide program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing. A medication aide is considered part of the interdisciplinary health care team and assists with the delivery of routine medications under direct supervision. Med aides may work in assisted living facilities and immediate care facilities. Other duties for a medication aide may include documentation of medications and monitoring the therapeutic effects of medications delivered, as well as assisting in the care of residents in these facilities.
Schedule
Day Class (2 Weeks)
Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 1:00pm
Evening Class (4 Weeks)
5:00pm-9:30 pm Monday-Thursday
Clinical TBA
See class schedule for class dates
Entrance Requirements
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Completion of a nurse aide/direct care staff program
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U.S. citizenship​
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Clear background check
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Completion of a current PPD (TB test) before the 1st day of clinical(provide paperwork with date)​
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CPR Certified (AHA)​
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Covid Vaccine (Must have the 1st and 2nd shot) (Clinical Requirement)
Tuition
$500.00
includes class tuition, non-refundable enrollment fee, class uniform, textbook, and badge.
***State competency fee of $120.00 and CPR fee of $60 is not included in tuition cost.***
Misc Fees:
CPR $60.00 (Required)
State Competency fee $120.00
**PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE**
$250.00 down deposit and the remaining balance of $250.00 is due the second week of class.
*Pay the Deposit to Secure Your Seat and Notify the School
$560- Full Payment Including CPR
$500.00-Full Payment