Medication Assistant

Why CNAs choose Health Professionals Institute

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

Health Professionals Institute is the first school in the state approved to teach classes for the medication assistant endorsement certification (MA-C).

Small Class Sizes

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

At HPI, we limit all of our classes to a maximum of 50 students. Receive hands-on tutelage from experienced instructors.

Intensive, Real-World Learning

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

Intensive, Real-World Learning

Our medication assistant program includes 100 hours of instruction across both clinical experience and lab hours.

Medication Assistant Endorsement Program Description

Why CNAs choose Health Professionals Institute for our medication assistant program:

An MA-C is a useful certification for CNAs working in nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions, correctional institutions, and assisted-living facilities. Our course covers pharmacology, medication classification, drug dosage, and more so that you can safely and confidently administer medication, recognize side effects, and accurately record dosage and treatment.

A medication assistant endorsement certification allows you to:

Administer certain medications under direct supervision of an RN
Perform specific treatments under direct supervision of an RN

Affordable, Quick Certification

HPI’s medication assistant endorsement program is a three-to-five-week course with 100 hours of instruction divided between theory/lab hours and clinical experience. As Washington State’s first school to provide this certification, our instructors are among the most experienced in Seattle.

Medication Assistant Endorsement Program Requirements

HPI’s medication assistant program accepts a maximum of 10 students every cycle. In addition to an interview with our Admissions Director, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have High School Diploma, GED or Higher Education equivalency
Must have a current CNA WA state License in good standing.
Student's name must be on the DSHS-OBRA list.
International students must pass the CELSA Test with a 75% passing grade (if applicable).
Students must have a current CPR/FIRST AID card.
Complete a background inquiry form https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/bcs/
Provide documentation of a completed two-step tuberculosis test. If positive, the student must get a chest x-ray.
Clinical facilities may require additional information Hepatitis B vaccine or Waiver.
Obtain a background check through the Washington State Patrol at WATCH Overview - Washington State Patrol
Facilities also require Covid vaccine Documents.
Royal Blue Scrubs and White Nursing Shoes.
Blood pressure Cuff and Stethoscope.
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Medication Assistant Program Costs

Seattle’s Most Affordable Opportunity

Tuition: $3500

Registration fee: $100

Books: $50

There are short-term and long-term financing option available for those in need.

We also accept "Veterans Benefits" for military personnel.

More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill."

Call 253-252-3956 or Email: customerservice@healthprofessionalsinstitute.com To Enroll Today

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HPI is the first school in Washington State to offer an MA-C program
Small class sizes with ideal teacher-to-student ratio and personalized learning
An MA-C offers more responsibility and a more significant role in your facility

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At the end of our medication assistant endorsement program, you will take the Medication Aide Certification Examination (MACE). Passing this exam grants you the ability to help administer medication and observe for reactions.

Obtaining this certification gives you greater importance and alleviates pressure from the floor nurse, allowing them more time to assess clients, perform treatments, and document care. Your certification can be used as a building block to further career growth as a CNA.

The first MA-C program offered in Washington State.
One hundred hours of education, including 60 hours of lab/theory time and 40 hours of clinical experience across three to five weeks.
Affordable, expert-level instruction

A medication assistant certification offers you increased responsibility and a more significant role within your healthcare facility. With an education from Health Professionals Institute, you will possess the tools and knowledge to grow in your preferred institution.

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Medication Assistant Endorsement Program

Why CNAs choose Health Professionals Institute

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

Small Class Sizes

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

Intensive, Real-World Learning

First Of Its Kind in Washington State

Intensive, Real-World Learning

For CNAs ready to boost their career

Medication Assistant Endorsement Program Description

Why CNAs choose Health Professionals Institute for our medication assistant program:

Medication Assistant Endorsement Program Requirements

Course Schedule

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Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

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Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

Mace 2025 Class Days & Times

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Medication Assistant Program Costs

Seattle’s Most Affordable Opportunity

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