Build the Skills to Support Safe Medication Care
Unique Health School’s Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Program prepares students to support medication administration and patient care as part of the healthcare team. The program focuses on safe medication administration, infection control, patient rights, vital signs, and basic nursing skills.
What You’ll Learn
Students receive training in essential areas of medication aide and patient care, including:
Medication-related responsibilities require careful attention and reliability. Throughout the program, students are introduced to the importance of following procedures, communicating effectively, and maintaining patient safety.
What to Expect
Before enrolling, applicants must meet the program’s eligibility requirements and prepare the required documentation.
Complete the Unique Health School application and pay the $75 nonrefundable application fee. Required identification, education, and nurse aide documentation must also be submitted.
Students work through 8 instructional units covering medication administration, infection control, patient rights, vital signs, and basic nursing skills.
After completing the program, students may pursue applicable medication aide opportunities in healthcare settings such as long-term care facilities, clinics, hospitals, physician offices, and home health agencies, subject to applicable employer and Virginia requirements.
What Qualities Should a CMA Possess?
Medication aides have responsibilities that require attention to detail and dependable patient care. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are also important when working with patients and other members of the healthcare team.
Important qualities include:
- Detail-oriented
- Reliable
- Strong communication skills
- Patient-focused
- Committed to safe care
Registered Medication Aide Training Program
Applicants must meet the following admission requirements:
- Students must be at least 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Admission application and non-refundable application fee
- Must have completed Nurse Aide Training Program from an Approved Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Program (Copy of Nurse Aide Certification must be presented at the time of application)
- Valid Identification Card (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport)
- Social Security Card or Tax Identification
- Criminal Background Check
- 5-Panel Drug Screening
- Valid BLS-CPR from the American Heart Association
- TB Test (PPD Test or Chest X-ray)
- COVID Vaccine Record or Notarized Exemption Form
- Flu Vaccine Record or Notarized Exemption Form
- MMR Titer
Applicants should confirm current admission requirements with Unique Health School before applying, as requirements may change.
REGISTERED MEDICATION AIDE TUITION & FEES
| Tuition/Fee | Dollar Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (Non-Refundable) | $75.00 |
| Tuition | $900.00 |
| Technology Fee | $100.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,075.00 |
Students will be responsible for the following expenses
- Vaccine Requirements, CPR, Drug Screen, and Criminal Background Check
- PSI/VA Board of Nursing Application Exam Fee
The above-mentioned fees apply to any student seeking re-admission to any Unique Health School programs.
How to Apply
Getting started begins with completing your application and preparing the required documents.
Complete the Unique Health School application form and pay the $75 nonrefundable application fee.
Provide two copies of the front and back of a government-issued identification document, such as a driver’s license or passport. The original must also be presented to the admissions office.
Provide two copies of the front and back of your Social Security card and present the original for verification.
Submit proof of your high school diploma or GED equivalency. If the document is in a foreign language, the diploma must be translated.
Provide your Nurse Aide Training Program Certificate of Completion from an approved program, as completion of nurse aide training is required for admission.
All required financial obligations must be fulfilled before beginning the program.
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