ALH 1234 - Medication Aide

Institution:

Fort Scott Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course prepares participants to administer some medications to residents in adult care facilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. QMRP medication aides may administer medications only to residents in an intermediate care facility for the mentally challenged. This course will teach participants to safely administer medications in an adult care home. The course requires both theory & clinical portions and the participant must be able to meet the competencies to be successful. Particpants who complete the course are eligible to write the Kansas Certification Examination of Medication Aide. The medication aide certification must be updated every two years. Prerequisites include: Reading proficiency at the minimum level of eighth grade, and an active Kansas Geriatric Aide Certification Card.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fortscott.edu

Phone Number:

(620) 223-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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