About
- The purpose of the Medication Aide position is to provide a safe way for individuals other than licensed health care professionals (doctors, nurses, etc.) to provide medications to individuals who are not able to take medications by themselves. Medication Aides assist with the provision of medications. You must be at least 18 years of age or older to be employed as a medication aide in the state of Nebraska.State laws control the activities of a Medication Aide. These laws ensure the health, safety, and welfare of people by providing for the accurate, cost-effective, efficient, and safe utilization of Medication Aides to assist in administration of medications.You will be responsible for the additional costs charged by the state of Nebraska to complete your licensure.SCC Requirement: Medication Aide students MUST be at least 18 by the start date of the class.
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Southeast Community College - Lincoln Campus
Southeast Community College, Lincoln Campus, is a community college in Lincoln, Nebraska. Its occupational training fields include Associate Degree in Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR / Basic Life Support, Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, LPN-ADN, LPN to RN, Medical Assistant, Medication Aide, and Pharmacy Technician. The college combines career preparation with pathways for transfer to another institution and offers more than 80 programs of study. Lincoln is one of three full-service Southeast Community College campuses, supported by learning centers across the region. The institution also provides student life activities, including athletics, clubs, housing, dining, and health and wellness services.