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Provider Information

Name:

Gifted Hands Academy

Provider Location Address:

3536 169TH Street
Hammond, IN 46323

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

www.giftedhandsacademy.net

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

The program faculty holds a Masters in Health Administration.

Program Description:

Program Description

The Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Program at Gifted Hands Academy is designed to equip Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) with the skills required to safely administer medications in various healthcare settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities, and rehabilitation centers. Training is aligned with Indiana state guidelines and includes classroom instruction, lab practice, clinical training, and professional preparation. Upon successful completion, participants are eligible to sit for the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) competency evaluation to become certified QMAs.
Students will gain competencies in:

& Medication administration

& Safe medication handling

& Drug classifications

& Documentation

Infection prevention

& Resident rights

& Insulin administration

& Communication and professionalism

& Healthcare ethics and legal compliance

Industry Collaboration:

Classification of Instructional Programs:

51.2603 Medication Aide A program that prepares individuals to administer prescribed medications; observe and report patient reactions and side effects; and perform related emergency and recording duties under the supervision of nurses and/or physicians. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology, common medications and their effects, taking vital signs, oxygen administration, medication administration and application, record-keeping, and patient observation.

Program Prerequisite:

Combination of Education and Course(s)

Prerequisites Description:

Be at least 18 years old

& Possess a high school diploma or GED

& Hold an active CNA certification in good standing

& Pass background screening requirements

& Meet physical and clinical participation requirements

& Submit immunization documentation (if required)

& Must be at least 18 years of age.

Have proof of a high school diploma, or equivalent.
Be a certified nurse aide (CNA) in good standing in Indiana (no verified complaints or disciplinary action).
Work a minimum of 1,000 hours as a CNA within the past 24 months or request (and be granted) a waiver by the Certified Healthcare Professions Commission for a reduced work requirement.
Complete a state-approved QMA training program consisting of a minimum of 100 hours. Approved training programs can be found here.
Successfully pass the written competency evaluation.

Application Deadlines:

Application deadlines are 4 weeks prior to class start dates on a rolling calender year.

Refund Policy:

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Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 0
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 60
- % Lab/Field Work: 30
- % Self-Study: 10
Times Offered: Day
Length of Training: 10 week(s)
Number of Credits: 120 instructional hour(s)
Weekly Clock Hours: 15.00 Hours
Percent Admitted: 100%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Job Placement Offered:

Placement Assistance Available:

Yes

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$3,035.00

Admission Fees:

$100.00

Books:

$200.00

Supplies:

$1,000.00

Tools:

$400.00

Labs:

$600.00

Miscellaneous:

$165.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$45.83

Total Cost of Program:

5,500.00

Qualified Medication Aide (QMA):
- $165.00
- Included in the tuition:
- No

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

None

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
No

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Is instruction provided by a provider other than the apprenticeship sponsor?
No

Supporting Files

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State Certified Earn & Learn Certification

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