- Upskill your current workforce
- Consistent training for all employees statewide
- Invest in your team’s training and growth
- New curriculum and textbook specific to the role of a medication aide
- Reduce medication administration errors
- Choose your delivery model: in-person or hybrid
- Cost of the training may be reimbursable to nursing facilities participating in the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Nursing Facility Employee Scholarship Program
This training fulfills the Minnesota State Statute requirements for a standardized medication administration training program for unlicensed personnel in nursing homes offered through a Minnesota post-secondary educational institution.
Minnesota law governs the qualifications required to work as a medication aide in a licensed nursing home. If you question your eligibility or the eligibility of your employees, please read the Minnesota State Statute requirements.
Is the cost of the course reimbursable?
The cost of the course may be reimbursable. See possible options below:
DHS Nursing Facility Scholarship program
For participating nursing facilities, the cost of the course and books may be covered by the DHS Nursing Facility Scholarship program. Participating nursing facilities can claim the allowable costs and receive reimbursement. Certified nursing facilities that have questions about what is and isn’t reimbursable under this scholarship program should contact Munna Yasiri. Please check with your employer's HR department before enrolling in a course if you are seeking reimbursement for the training.
Dislocated worker or WIOA funds
The cost of the course may also be covered by dislocated worker or WIOA funds. Please contact your dislocated worker or WIOA career navigator to learn more.
Employer Reimbursement
Some employers may cover the cost for their employee’s training. Please contact the campus of your choice to learn more about third party payment options.
How do I sign up for training?
You can also contact us to learn about options to bring customized training to your group or organization.
Central Lakes College - Workforce Solutions team at 218.855.8118 or training@clcmn.edu