Course available via Continuing Education

Title	Instructor Course/Section	Start Date	End Date	Meeting Information	Available Seats
Medication Aide	McKinney PHM-4100-750	05/14/2024	05/22/2024	Classroom Hours Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00AM - 03:30PM, W204, Room 117 WATAUGA CAMPUS	4
Medication Aide	Corliss PHM-4100-102	06/10/2024	06/19/2024	Classroom Hours Monday, Wednesday 08:00AM - 03:30PM, Building - H, Room 208 CALDWELL CAMPUS	1

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• Medication Aide (PHM-4100)

Frequently Asked Questions

• I am currently listed as a Nurse Aide in North Carolina.
  Why should I take the Medication Aide course?
  • When hiring, facilities give preference to nurse aides who also have their medication aide certification.
  • Some facilities pay $1 to $3 per hour more for those with medication aide certification.
  • For future nurses, the course helps instill confidence while performing medication administration

• Is a state competency test required upon course completion?
  • Yes, competency testing is provided through Credentia at credentia.com/test-takers/ncma

• How can I become listed on the registry as a Medication Aide?
  • Be currently listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I registry with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of property AND 
  • Complete a state approved Medication Aide course of a minimum 24 hours AND
  • Successfully pass the state administered competency examination

• If listed on the NC Registry as a Medication Aide, can I work in an adult care home?
  • No

• If listed on the NC Registry as a Medication Aide, can I administer injections?
  • No

• Does North Carolina list Medication Aides by reciprocity, endorsement, or transfer from other states?
  • No, to be listed on the N.C. Medication Aide Registry, an out-of-state medication aide must pass a minimum 24-hour N.C. Board of Nursing-approved medication aide training program and pass the state medication aide exam.

• Where can I get information regarding Medication Aide competency testing?
  • Visit the Credentia website at credentia.com/test-takers/ncma
  • Exam scheduling procedures are provided in the Candidate Handbook.

• When I complete the training and become listed, how can I renew?
  • Through qualified, documented work experience consisting of 8 hours within the previous two years, for pay, under a registered nurse or qualified supervisor.

• What happens if I do not renew within the required 24-month period?
  • A new training program and competency exam is required to become re-listed.

• Do I have to be a Medication Aide to apply for nursing school?
  • No. Medication Aide Certification is not a requirement for nursing school.

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