Curriculum Overview

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION – MEDICATION AIDE PROGRAM

Graduates of the Medication Aide Program could secure entry-level positions as Medication Aides in Long-Term Care (LTC) Facilities, Personal Care Facilities, Correctional Institutions, or other similar institutions. Upon completion of the program, students will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively carry out fundamental protocols outlined by the Texas Health and Human Services. These protocols pertain to the proper preparation, recording, and safe administration of pharmaceuticals in a clinical environment under the guidance of a certified nurse. Moreover, pupils will have the capability to establish the obligations and legal obligations connected with the management, oversight, storage, and protection of medication. Students will acquire proficiency in utilizing prevalent medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols. Furthermore, they will be able to recognize pharmaceutical substances and engage in conversations about the adverse responses and secondary outcomes of pharmaceuticals frequently given to those residing in long-term care facilities. Moreover, students will have the capability to utilize accessible reference materials for the purpose of investigating drug-related knowledge.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

Theory Totals: 100 hours

Clinical (Externship) Totals: 32 hours

Laboratory Totals: 12 hours

TOTAL 144 Hours

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Students are required to possess proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the English language.
2. Students must be a minimum of 18 years old.
3. Students must be devoid of contagious illnesses and possess appropriate physical/emotional well-being to securely dispense drugs.
4. Students are required to possess either a high school diploma or a GED.
5. Students must not have any prior felony convictions, which will be verified by submitting a criminal background check.
6. Students are required to provide evidence of adhering to their employer’s immunization regimen.
7. Students are required to work as a Certified Nurse Aide in a registered long-term care facility on the initial official start date of the training program.
8. Students must work as an unlicensed direct care staff member in a licensed personal care home, state school, ICF-MR, or penal facility. On the inaugural commencement of the training program, it is imperative that the student is employed in this role.

DESCRIPTION OF THE COURSE

MEDA-101 Introduction & Basic Concept of Medication Administration

20/00/00/20.

This course will provide the student with information on the benefits of becoming a certified pharmaceutical aide and the various career options that are available. An introduction will be provided on the essential abilities that need to be cultivated and the fundamental knowledge that must be obtained in order to operate efficiently. The discussion will encompass personality characteristics and the need to maintain a professional demeanor. The learner will be notified that anyone who chooses this profession must be prepared to assume the obligations that are inherent in the industry’s established norms. The student will receive an introduction to fundamental concepts such as roles and responsibilities, the history of drug usage, reasons for administering medications, issues with drug administration, legislation, involvement in drug therapy, utilization of resource references, and pharmacodynamics. In addition to drug forms and preparations, this course covers common medical terms, acronyms, symbols, nomenclature, drug names, weights, measurements, elementary algebra, and generic drug usage. Requirements: none

MEDA-102 Administration of Medication & Effects on Body Systems

80/00/00/80.

In this course, students will learn how to properly store medications and the tools necessary for administering medication. Execute and record medicine prescriptions and convey the prescriptions as necessary. Identify the possible factors that can lead to medication errors and outline the duties and obligations associated with drug therapy. Illustrate the proper procedure for preparing medications for administration. Demonstrate proficiency in executing protocols and methodologies for dispensing drugs. Ensure the proper and secure handling, storage, and use of oxygen. Define the duties and obligations that arise after the administration of medication. The student will demonstrate proficient utilization of the medical record.

Requirements: MEDA – 101

MEDA-103 Return Skills Demonstration

00/20/00/20.

Prior to beginning the clinical externship, students will be required to apply all their acquired knowledge and skills to safely administer drugs and effectively communicate in a secure and protected environment.

Requirements: MEDA – 102

MEDA-104 Clinical Externship

00/00/12/12

The students will be allocated to their practical site to gain firsthand exposure to the day-to-day activities of a medicine aide. Students will effectively exhibit and utilize all abilities, including resources, information, systems, technologies, and interpersonal skills. Students will utilize basic skills, critical thinking, and personal attributes to obtain lucrative employment as a medicine assistant.

Requirements: MEDA – 103

MEDA-105 Final Return Skill Demonstration

00/12/00/12

The student will revisit the laboratory setting to showcase their mastery of all the abilities they have acquired and used throughout their time at the clinical location. The purpose of this is to verify that the student comprehended and correctly delivered drugs in a safe manner and communicated effectively.

Requirements: MEDA – 104

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