Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Course

Course Description

This 60-hour course is approved by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL).

This course consists of 30 hours of online instruction and 30 hours of clinical experience. The purpose of the course is to certify course participants to safely administer nonparenteral medications in nursing facilities and related areas. The emphasis is on the safe handling and administration of medications to residents.

Course Prerequisites

All facilities are required to identify the RN responsible for supervision of clinical hours. Students must be over the age of 18 to be eligible to register for this course.

Final Exam

Candidates who successfully complete the CMA Course and clinical components will be required to complete the final exam online proctored by a member of IHCA staff.

Registration Fees

$550 per person
Fee includes access to course curriculum and a printed course workbook.

Optional Course Materials:

• Hard Copy of Course (CMA Textbook) -- $55 each
• Drug Cards -- $30 per set
• Additional Course Workbook -- $35 each

• Training Hours: 60.00