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Aug 24, 2025
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Workforce Training Programs
Medication Manager
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The Medication Manager course provides foundational instruction for individuals administering medications in residential and assisted living environments. This program covers safety, documentation, drug classifications, and the legal responsibilities of medication aides. It meets the minimum training requirements outlined for medication administration support roles in long-term care and community-based facilities.
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Award Type:
Certificate of Completion from Iowa Western Community College & Department of Inspection and Appeals and Licensure (DIAL) Recognized Learning Outcomes:
- Understand drug classifications and common side effects
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Follow safe medication administration protocols -
Document accurately in compliance with regulations -
Recognize medication-related emergencies and responses Educational Objective:
Vocational - Designed for direct care workers, nursing assistants, and others administering medications in healthcare settings Tuition:
$199.00 + $79.00 Included Costs: Tuition includes instructional content, training materials, and exam fee Length of Course:
20 contact hours & hybrid, face-to-face Course Outline:
Topics include: • Medication categories and uses • Administration techniques • Infection control and documentation • Resident rights and responsibilities • Final exam Admission Requirements:
None. Open enrollment. Attendance Requirements:
Must attend all sessions; no make-up dates guaranteed Instructor Qualification:
Instructor is registered, certified, or licensed in the occupational area in which the state requires registration, certification or licensure for the occupational area in which the instructor is teaching. |
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