The Qualified Medication Aide Program prepares and provides students with the knowledge and skills to become a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to administer approved medication under the supervision of a licensed nurse in long-term care and assisted living facilities. Students will be taught body systems, check vital signs, medication dosages, administration routes, observed and report side effects of medications, and proper documentation. The instructor will discuss with students the QMA Scope of Practice, legal, ethical, and resident's rights. The program consists of a required 100 hours of which 60 hours will be classroom instructions and 40 hours practicum. The class will meet for 8 hours a day twice a weekfor 4 weeks and after classroom completion, students will attend 40 hours practicum at an ISDH approved practicum site.