Medication Aide
The Medication Aide Training program is a short-term, non-credit workforce training offered through the Career & Technical Education Division. Our program covers both Med Aide I & II. We are an approved training provider for the State of Montana. Our program trains and prepares individuals to pass the Montana state exam and earn their Medication Aide endorsement.
A Medication Aide is a Certified Nursing Assistant who is responsible for administering medication to patients daily in different types of healthcare facilities. As a responsible healthcare professional, medication aides should possess knowledge of patient care procedures so that they can coordinate with different nurses to deliver them. They follow written or verbal instructions from physicians on how to manage their patients’ medications. Medication aide duties also include observing and monitoring their patients along with reporting and documenting changes in their conditions.
Application materials must be complete and submitted to: Great Falls College, 2100 16th Avenue South, Great Falls MT 59405. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Program Details
- Offered three times a year: March, August & December. Contact our office for the current schedule.
- Classes are a “hybrid” format. Students are required to complete online coursework, quizzes and exams on their own along with attending class in person.
- Course fee is $650 (includes books, skills competency checklist, and state exam fee)
Requirements
- Must be a CNA who has worked at least 1,000 hours in a long-term care facility
- Have a valid CPR certificate
- Able to shadow an RN to complete your 40 hours of supervised clinical practicum
- High school diploma or equivalent
Continuing Education & Training Department
Call
Call: (406) 268-3734
Email: [email protected]
Business Hours
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Office: G100
