Medication Aide
A medication aide distributes patient medications in nursing homes, schools, correctional facilities or non-hospital assisted-living facilities.
A current Texas C.N.A. license is required in order to register for this program.
Convenient evening classes are offered in the fall and spring.
Spring Registration Opens November 11th
Prerequisites
Required Fingerprint Criminal Background Check for Medication Aide
A prospective Medication Aide student will be required to complete and pay for a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) fingerprint criminal background check to determine eligibility to take the Medication Aide examination.
In order to get a code to order your fingerprints, please email the address below and ask for a Code:
LTCR_Criminal_Background_Checks@hhs.texas.gov
***Once you receive the email with your code included, click on the link in the email and setup your fingerprint appointment through the IdentGo website
HS Diploma or GED Certificate & 18 years old
Working as a C.N.A. in a long-term care or assisted living facility for at least 90 days
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Employer letter and form:
Employer letter and form:
- Agreement to allow student to do 10-hour clinical at facility of employment, signed by Director of Nursing or Administrator.
- Employee's date of hire
Program Length
1 Semester
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $600.00 |
| Books (price may vary with each new semester) | $153.00 |
| Class Packet | $10.75 |
| TOTAL | $763.75 |
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid.
Job Outlook
Job outlook is good for Medication Aides.
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