This class is a hybrid format with a blend of online live learning and in-person instruction.
- You must have access to a device with internet access and camera to participate in online live learning. Class meets in real time online so attendance is required during all scheduled times.
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- You must have a high school diploma or equivalency diploma.
- You must be listed on the State of Wisconsin CNA Registry as eligible to work in federally certified healthcare settings.
- You must have at least 2,000 hours of experience as a CNA in direct patient care within the last three years in a skilled nursing facility / nursing home. If your CNA work experience includes skilled nursing facility and other healthcare settings, you might be able to apply for a waiver through the State to take the medication aide class. Contact us for assistance. Send this form to your supervior or HR, and then upload completed form with your class registration.
- Within the last 90 days, you must have worked a minimum of 40 hours as a CNA in the skilled nursing facility with the residents to whom you will be administering medications during the clinical portion of the medication aide class.
- You must provide written verification from your employer of both the 2,000 hours and 40 hours worked requirement.
- You must provide four written letters of recommendations:
- Two from licensed charge nurses
- One from the director of nursing at the skilled nursing facility where you will be working during the clinical experience
- One from the administrator of the skilled nursing facility where you will be working during the clinical experience
- Send this form to your four references, and then upload each completed form with your class registration.
- A registered nurse currently working at the skilled nursing facility or nursing home where the student will be completing the clinical portion of the training, must be willing and available to serve as a proctor and assist in the supervision and testing of the student.