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Medication Administration

Medication Administration


This course provides students with foundational knowledge and practical skills for the safe and effective administration of medications in healthcare settings. Topics include medication classifications, dosage calculations, routes of administration, documentation, infection control, and legal and ethical considerations. The program emphasizes patient safety, accuracy, and adherence to professional standards, preparing students for entry-level roles that support licensed healthcare providers.

 

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We only offer this program in the Fall

 

Upcoming courses

Fall 2026

Dates: September 8, 2026 – December 3, 2026

Days: Tuesday – Thursday

Times: 5:00 Ppm – 9:00 pm

 

Renewal Information

Howard college offers a renewal class every week – except for Holiday Beak closures, Register anytime https://howardcollege-edu.jotform.com/260605403327853

  • 7-day class
  • 100% online
  • Self paced
  • $50

Program requirements

  • Registration Form
  • Student Agreement
  • Government Issued ID
  • Social Security Card (Must match name on ID)
  • Diploma
  • Letter of Employer Responsibility
  • Background check through castle branch
  • Drug screen through castle branch
  • Form 5523 – Must be notarized
  • Form 5534 – Must be notarized
  • Must be a CNA and have worked in a facility for at least 6 months

 

Training Requirements

  • Classroom: 144 hours
  • Prerequisites: CNA (6 months experience)

Castle Branch Instructions

  1. Go to https://mycb.castlebranch.com/ to start the drug screen registration process.
  2. Press “Place Order” (By your name in the top right corner).
  3. Enter HH86 where it says package code.
  4. Agree > Fill out form > Submit > Pay.
  5. Print out drug screen voucher and take it to: W.T.I.P 1113 Scurry St. Big Spring, TX.

 

Required Supplies

Textbook: ISBN 978-0-323-79050-5 Mosby’s Textbook for Medication Assistants 2nd Ed Author: Karen Anderson, MSN, RN

Workbook: ISBN 978-0-323-79054-3 Mosby’s Textbook for Medication Assistants 2nd Ed Workbook

Application steps

  1. Print out application packet (link)
  2. Fill out and turn in paperwork
  3. Turn in required documents
  4. Once approved, you will be enrolled and sent an enrollment confirmation
  5. Pay Tuition

Tuition: $805

  • Tuition includes building fees, exam fees, instruction, and clinical fees.
  • Both sections of this program must be complete to take the state exam

 

Other costs (not included in tuition)

  • Castle Branch
  • Black Scrubs
  • Books

Lecture

  • In person
  • Classes throughout the week
  • 144 hours of classroom instruction

Upon successful completion of the program

Eligible to take the state certification exam

You must have all required documents and your MA application submitted to TULIP before you can sit for the MA Exam.

 

The State of Texas has to approve you. Once you are approved, you will be informed of the date, time, and location of the exam.

 

You must bring your ID and a pencil.

 



Rebekah "Bekah" Pearson