The CMT course prepares qualified candidates for employment as a Certified Medication Technician in intermediate care or skilled nursing facilities. The course consists of 60 classroom hours and 8 hours of clinical observation under the direct supervision of a licensed RN. The state’s final written state exam and final practicum state exam will be given at the end of the course. Prerequisites must be provided to Franklin Technology Center during the application process for approval prior to class beginning.

Course Objectives

This course has been organized around major units. Each unit is reflective of the objectives set forth for this course. At the completion of the course, the successful student shall be able to:

• Prepare, administer, and document administration of medication by all routes except those administered by the parenteral route.
• Observe, report, and document responses of residents to medications administered.
• Identify responsibilities associated with acquisition, storage and security of medications.
• Identify and utilize appropriate medication reference materials.
• Observe, report and document responses of resident to medications.
• Identify lines of authority and areas of responsibility.
• Identify what constitutes a medication error.

Upon successful completion of the Certified Medication Technician course, the student will: 

• Earn a Certification of Completion through FTC Adult Education.
• Be prepared to test for CMT credentialing through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Disclaimer: The instructor reserves the right to make changes in the schedule as needed.

To be considered for acceptance into the Certified Medication Technician course, interested individuals must:

• Be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Submit application form and tuition/course fees in full
• Proof of high school diploma or HiSET/GED
• Proof of current Tuberculosis test
• Proof of registration with Family Care Safety Registry
• Proof of minimum 6-month CNA employment
• Proof of a clear criminal background check
• Signed letter of recommendation from director of nursing or administrator of facility (on letterhead)
• Not listed on MO DHSS Employee Disqualification List
• Missouri CNA Registry standing must be active and does not have a Federal Indicator

18 YEARS OF AGE

NO MAJOR FELONY CONVICTIONS

*Disclaimer: The program and courses require a minimum number of students in order for the classes to be offered.

1. Tuition and course fees of $775.
2. Students are required to wear scrubs at their own expense (no specific color or pattern). Scrubs must be worn during all classes, clinical training, and testing.
3. Complete 60 hours of in-class instruction and 8 hours of supervised clinical training in a state-authorized facility plus a final written examination and final practicum examination.
4. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
5. 100% attendance is required.
6. Refund Policy: If a class is cancelled by Franklin Technology Center, a full refund will be given. If an enrollee cancels or drops a class on or after the start date, see Student Handbook for Refund Policy.

Quality classroom instruction combined with hands-on experience is provided during the 68-hour Certified Medication Technician course.

 Areas of study include*:

• Becoming a Medication Technician
• Long-Term Health Care Team
• State and Federal Controls
• Medication Terminology and Abbreviations
• Dosage, Measurements, and Drug Forms
• Transcribing Physician’s Orders
• Packaging, Storage, Infection Control, and Accountability
• Body Systems, Disease Process, and Treatments
• Introduction to Pharmacology
• Observing and Reporting
• Basic Guidelines
• Special Categories of Drug Administration
• Prepare and Administer Medications

*Curriculum subject to change, as determined by FTC

Leisa Harris: Certified Medication Technician Coordinator

Phone: 417-680-0004 ext 2064

Fax: 417-680-0005

Email: leisaharris@joplinschools.org

$650

$95

Certified Medication Technician, Student Manual, 2008 Edition    $30

$775