Longtree & Associates, LLC proudly presents
The Certified Medication Aide training course

NJ DHSS Approved!

Join Us for this great career advancement opportunity!

Dates:  May 15, 16, 17, 23, 24 / 2022

Time: 9am – 3pm 

Location: Bella Terra by Monarch

                  2 Kathleen Drive, Jackson Township, NJ 08527

Please note that meals are not included.

Note: 3 Medication Passes will be scheduled prior to the end of the course. 

Fee: $725.00 (Includes the CMA manual, medication passes and study guide)

This course, approved by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services, meets the criteria to take the state test to be certified as an Assisted Living Facility- Certified Medication Aide.
Course focuses on administering and/ or assisting residents with self-administration of prepared instillations, treatments and insulin injections.

Three required Medication Passes will be offered.

Our course trains you in mastering the concepts and regulatory guidelines required in order to administer medications in Assisted Living communities and related entities in New Jersey.

In order to be eligible to take this course:

  • Must be NJ Certified as a Certified Nursing Aide or Certified Homemaker Health Aide
  • Have a current criminal background check.
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Be in good standing with the Board of Nursing and the NJ DHSS
  • Must complete 3 medication passes under the direction of an approved CMA RN or Pharmacist Trainer

Additional Benefits:

  • Great Networking!
  • Fun and interactive sessions
  • Quality of Care Strategies to bring back to your Assisted Living Community
  • Online support while studying for your test
  • Free Longtree e-Newsletter with up-to-date information about the latest happenings in the Assisted Living field.

Course Outline:

  • Part I  
    • Preparing or function effectively in administering medications and assisting with self-administration of medications.
    • Duty Areas to include:
      • Medication Abbreviations
      • Medication Purposes and Effects
      • MARS / Medication Errors
      • Five Rights of Medication Administration
      • Proper Storage of Medications
  • Part II
    • Administering and assisting residents with self-administration or prepared instillations, treatments, and insulin injections.
    • Topic Areas to include:
      • Identification of Diabetes Medication
      • Direct administration of appropriate medication / nasal/optic/ophthalmic /vaginal/ rectal /inhalation
  • Part III
    • Medication Administration Practicum
  • Part IV
    • Final Test
  • Enrollment in this course has closed. Please select from another available course date.