If you’re already a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and are looking to advance your healthcare career, becoming a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is your next step forward. CMA training allows you to expand your responsibilities, increase your earning potential, and become an even more valuable part of the healthcare team.

What Is a Certified Medication Aide?

A CMA is trained to safely administer medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. CMAs play a key role in long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home care settings by:

• Administering oral medications
• Documenting medication administration
• Monitoring residents for side effects
• Assisting nursing staff with patient care
• Communicating changes in resident conditions

This role combines direct caregiving with increased clinical responsibility.

Why Should CNAs Become CMAs?

1. Increase Your Earning Potential

CMAs typically earn higher wages than CNAs because they hold a specialized skill set essential in healthcare facilities.

2. Gain More Responsibility

As a CMA, you’ll have a more advanced patient-care role, making your contribution more impactful.

3. Stand Out to Employers

Skilled CMAs are always in high demand — especially in:

• Nursing homes
• Assisted living facilities
• Rehabilitation centers
• Home health agencies

Healthcare employers are constantly seeking qualified medication aides.

4. Short, Focused Training Program

You can complete your CMA training in as little as 2 weeks, with 50 clock hours including hands-on clinical training.

5. Take a Major Step Toward Nursing

Many CMAs go on to become LPNs and RNs — earning experience, confidence, and income while they advance their education.

What You’ll Learn in CMA Training

• Medication administration procedures
• Infection control and safety protocols
• Documentation standards
• Pharmacology basics
• Communication and reporting skills

Hands-on skills practice and clinical experience prepare you for real-world responsibilities.

Program Requirements

To enroll in the CMA program at CNA Training Academy, students must:

• Hold a current Oklahoma CNA certification
• Pass a background check
• Complete a TB test
• Have AHA BLS/CPR certification
• Complete the required clinical hours

Your Future as a CMA Starts Here

Becoming a CMA is one of the smartest and fastest ways to grow your healthcare career — and at CNA Training Academy, we make it achievable, affordable, and rewarding.

📞 Call to Enroll: (405) 506-0032
✉️ Email: info@cnatrainingacademyusa.com
📍 7463 NW 23rd St, Bethany, OK 73008

Advance your CNA skills — become a Certified Medication Aide today!