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Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA)

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Government license

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Medication Aide. 512603

Description

Over the course of this class you'll receive standardized training for professionals working in state-certified residential care homes. State of Maine regulations, standard residential facility policies, and basic anatomy and physiology are covered. Discuss medications, safe administration procedures, practice taking vital signs, transcribing physician orders, and documenting procedures on the Medication Administration Record per Maine's regulations governing residential facilities. In addition, students must complete a Clinical Medication Administration of three medication passes for three different residents with 100% accuracy. Full certification and medication pass awarded on successful completion of final exam with 40 hours of attendance, no exceptions. Re-certification is required every 2 years.


Requirements Include:



  • An intake appointment, sitting for CASAS assessments, and a satisfactory score on the Reading assessment is required prior to the start of this course. Browse and register for available CASAS testing sessions using the link below. Filter session type by "Orientation/Testing Services" or search by "Orientation"


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  • Satisfactory background check conducted before the start of classes.

  • CASAS Post-test assessment upon course completion.


Date(s) & Time(s): 5 Weeks | 4/7 - 5/14 | Tuesdays 2:30pm-8:30pm & Thursdays 2:30pm-4:30pm


Total Course Cost: $400.00 (Includes nonrefundable $50 background check fee)


Class Minimum Enrollment #: 3 (If minimum enrollment is not met, the class may be canceled)


Instructor: Ron Welch


For more information please contact us at: (207)364-2012 Opt 4 | adulted@region9school.org

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

5

Hours

40

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

Region 9 Adult Education

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes

Training Location(s)

377 River Road Mexico, ME

Local WIB

3 - Central Western Local Area 3

Name of Credential

Certified Residential Medication Aide

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Payment plan may be available.

Refund Policy

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - State of Maine

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$350.00

Other Fees

$50.00 Non refundable satisfactory back ground check fee of $50 required prior to class enrollment.

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$350.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$400.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$400.00

Demand Occupation(s)

$0.00 per hour
Required Certification: Every 2 years
31-1131.00Nursing Assistants
$19.50 per hour
Required Certification: Certified Residential Medication Aide

Provider Status

Approved

Address

377 River Road, Mexico, Maine 04257

Phone Number

(207) 364-2012

Fax Number

(207) 364-2074

Last Updated

Feb 23, 2026

Created

Sep 15, 2016

Renewal

Nov 09, 2018

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