In-Person Medication Technician Skills Training

Hands-on medication administration skills review for students who have completed Florida Training Academy’s 6-Hour Online Medication Technician Course.

Only $100

Important Prerequisite Requirement

Students must complete Florida Training Academy’s 6-Hour Online Medication Technician Course before registering for the in-person skills training.

  • Students must provide proof of completion from Florida Training Academy.
  • We do not accept certificates of completion from outside medication technician courses.
  • This in-person training is not a standalone course.

About This Hands-On Skills Training

Our In-Person Medication Technician Skills Training is designed to help students build confidence with basic medication administration skills in a supervised classroom setting. This class is ideal for students who have completed the online course and want additional practice before working in assisted living, home care, adult day care, group homes, or other healthcare support settings.

Students will review medication safety, documentation, infection control, communication, resident rights, and common medication assistance procedures.

Basic Medication Administration Skills Covered

10 Rights of Medication Administration
Reading Medication Labels
Understanding Medication Orders
Reviewing the Medication Administration Record, also known as the MAR
Checking Allergies Before Assisting with Medications
Hand Hygiene and Infection Control
Preparing Oral Medications
Measuring Liquid Medications
Assisting with Topical Medications
Reviewing Transdermal Patches
Reviewing Eye Drops and Ear Drops
Medication Refusal Procedures
Basic Medication Documentation
Recognizing and Reporting Medication Errors
Resident Rights, Privacy, and Dignity
Following Facility Policies and Scope of Practice

Vital Signs Overview Included

Students will also receive a basic vital signs review to help them understand patient safety before, during, and after medication assistance.

  • Temperature
  • Pulse
  • Respirations
  • Blood Pressure
  • Oxygen Saturation
  • Pain Level
  • Recognizing vital signs that may be outside the normal range
  • Understanding why vital signs may be important before assisting with certain medications

Who Should Attend?

This in-person skills training is recommended for:

  • CNAs
  • HHAs
  • Caregivers
  • Direct care staff
  • Assisted living facility staff
  • Adult family care home staff
  • Group home staff
  • Home care workers
  • Students who completed Florida Training Academy’s 6-Hour Online Medication Technician Course and want hands-on practice

Important Reminder

This skills training is for educational and practice purposes. Students must always follow their employer’s policies, job description, state regulations, and approved scope of practice. Medication technicians should never perform tasks they have not been trained, approved, or authorized to complete.

Ready to Practice Your Medication Technician Skills?

Complete Florida Training Academy’s 6-Hour Online Medication Technician Course first, then register for the in-person skills training for only $100.