Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Advanced Respiratory

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This course is intended for currently certified Medication Aides (CMAs) seeking advanced training to care for long-term care residents with specific respiratory needs. It focuses on the proper administration of treatments using inhalers, metered-dose inhalers (MDIs), and nebulizers.

The course includes 4 hours of instruction offered in a flexible, self-paced hybrid format. Hybrid means a combination of in-person classes and optional online hours via our Flexible Health Zoom Classroom. All skills training and exams must be completed in person. Students work with the instructor to create a personalized schedule and may choose to complete the entire course in person if preferred. All skill demonstrations must be completed in person and require 100% proficiency.

This course qualifies toward the required CMA update hours when taken in combination with the CMA Advanced Nasogastric/Gastrostomy Medication class. The Nasogastric/Gastrostomy Medication class is a separate enrollment.

Prerequisites

• Current Long Term Care Aide (LTCA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA) status listed on the State Nurse Aide Registry
• Must meet all Nurse Aide Registry requirements to be placed on the registry as an Advanced CMA

For further questions, contact cpc@francistuttle.edu