Assistance with Medications
Essential Training Required for Medication Administration in Healthcare Settings
Program Overview
Are you looking to enhance your skills in the healthcare field? The Assistance with Medications program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to contribute more effectively in healthcare settings. In this program, you will learn the essential aspects of medication administration, including safety protocols, dosage calculations, and patient communication. This knowledge is vital for those working in environments where medication assistance is required, such as nursing homes or home health settings.
Our course is skill-based, either in-person or online, allowing you to apply your learning in practical scenarios. Whether you are a healthcare professional looking to upskill or someone seeking to enter the healthcare sector, this program offers the foundational knowledge and practical abilities you need to succeed.
Degree or Certificate Type
Certificate
Cost
Additional cost may apply.
Primary Location
Learning Opportunities
- Medication Administration Skills: Learn the correct methods for administering medications and ensuring patient safety.
- Dosage Calculations: Understand how to calculate proper medication dosages for various patient needs.
- Safety Protocols: Master the safety protocols and guidelines for handling and distributing medications.
- Patient Communication: Develop effective communication skills for interacting with patients during medication administration.
- Career Enhancement: Equip yourself with a valuable skill set that enhances your capabilities in the healthcare industry.
Area of Study
- Minimum age requirement to start courses is 16.
- Online courses require employment at a facility with a Registered Nurse available to oversee skill assessments.
Degrees & Certificates
Certificate of Completion
Cost: $79
Career Opportunities
Home Health and Personal Care Aides
344
Annual Openings*
$11.47
Hourly Median Wage*
$23,858
Annual Median Salary
18.68%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Nursing Assistants
Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, or ambulation of patients in a health or nursing facility. May include medication administration and other health-related tasks. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants. Excludes “Home Health Aides” (31-1121), “Personal Care Aides” (31-1122), “Orderlies” (31-1132), and “Psychiatric Aides” (31-1133).
146
Annual Openings*
$14.15
Hourly Median Wage*
$29,432
Annual Median Salary
14.65%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
All healthcare support workers not listed separately.
10
Annual Openings*
$13.86
Hourly Median Wage*
$28,829
Annual Median Salary
25.89%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Orderlies
Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Excludes “Nursing Assistants” (31-1131). Psychiatric orderlies are included in “Psychiatric Aides” (31-1133).
6
Annual Openings*
$13.87
Hourly Median Wage*
$28,850
Annual Median Salary
7.94%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Psychiatric Aides
Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff. May assist with daily living activities, lead patients in educational and recreational activities, or accompany patients to and from examinations and treatments. May restrain violent patients. Includes psychiatric orderlies.
N/A
Annual Openings*
$13.24
Hourly Median Wage*
$27,539
Annual Median Salary
N/A
Growth (2021 - 2031)*
*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data.
Registration
Step 1
- Choose your desired Assistance with Medications course, then Add to Cart.
- Courses are added throughout the year. If your desired course is not listed, check back or request more information to learn more.
Step 2
- Create a new profile, or sign in with your existing username and password if prompted.
- Complete checkout.
Financial Information
Payment in full or satisfactory payment arrangements for Workforce Development classes are required at the time of registration. Payment and funding options are available.
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