State Approved Training Program in Drug Administration

Eligibility:

  • You must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • You must be a licensed CNA with active status.
  • You must be at least 18 years old.
  • You must be currently employed in a State of RI Dept of Health Licensed  Nursing Home / Assisted Living /Adult Day Care or Rehab Facility. 
  • You must have provided your state licensed employment facility with  proof of legal residence if you are a non-US Citizen.

If you are employed through a hospital or agency, you are NOT ELIGIBLE to enroll in this class.

Class & Licensure Requirements:

  • You are required to attend each class that meets in person (Wednesday, 6:00PM – 9:00PM).
  • To receive State licensure, you are REQUIRED to complete 45 hours of instruction (15 weeks).
  • You must attain an average grade of 70 to PASS the class.
  • For RI DOH licensure, you must complete a practicum that is included in the course work AND successfully finish 3 observed med passes at your current facility within TWO months after passing the course.

ONE YEAR time frame:  

  • to successfully complete the course,
  • to successfully complete your three observed med passes, and
  • to submit all paperwork to obtain RI DOH licensure.