Medication

Aide

Certification

The Medication Administration Aides Certification program was created to meet Nebraska State-DHHS statute standards for the training and certification of Medication Administration Aides.

Subject Matter Expert

The subject matter expert (SME) was a licensed healthcare professional and assisted with developing scripts and learner-centered materials. Tanya presented video-based material through a lecture series, which supported the in-class competency practicum and instructor-led training.

Needs Assessment

The audience consists of a diverse group of adult learners with various levels of English language competency.

Computer skills vary greatly, with some learners having very little computer experience. 

The development focus included online and hybrid in-person learning environments and consistent teaching materials and strategies.

In addition to the educational content, we also focused on strengthening learner support and feedback, which was previously somewhat lacking.

Storyboard

Development

The training nurse guides learners through the Medication Aid Certification Program to ensure success.

First, they provide a comprehensive packet containing all course details, study materials, checklists, and practice exercises. This keeps everything organized and simplifies the learning process.

Next, they offer a clear program roadmap, outlining modules, goals, assessments, and deadlines. This helps learners stay on track and understand what to expect.

They also ensure continuous support through regular check-ins, feedback, and additional resources like videos and articles, keeping learners engaged and motivated.

Interactive elements like simulations, group discussions, and hands-on labs are also included. These activities make learning more engaging and practical.

Overall, the training nurse provides structured materials, a clear path, ongoing support, and interactive opportunities to ensure learners are well-prepared and confident in their roles.

Medication Aid Packet

Website Mock-up

As an instructional designer, I had the opportunity to design the website mock-up and integrate content into the Learning Management System (LMS) for the Medication Aid Certification Program.

I created a user-friendly website layout that intuitively organized all the course materials. This included sections for the primary packet, interactive elements, and additional resources, ensuring learners could easily navigate the content.

Upon the client's request, I utilized instructional technology skills to add content and configure their LMS-Easy site. Since they didn't have an LMS administrator on their team, it was essential to provide the necessary support.

Project Insights

Project insights explore how the project is received, gather user feedback, and showcase the tools used for ongoing development.

  • The audience for this Certification Medication Aid program consists of Direct Support Professionals in the field of developmental disabilities.

  • Learner participation increased over the months. Participants had the option of traditional classes or the hybrid course.

    Learners of various English as a second or third language demonstrated a greater pass and skills transfer rate than previously analyzed. 

  • The initial feedback from hybrid course participants was positive. The completion success rate with passing levels and skills transfer increased by 92%, surpassing prior success rates.

    The learners expressed to the Nurse Consultants facilitating the training that the hybrid class was more accessible and that they enjoyed the experience more than they had in the past with in-person training. 

    • Microsoft Word

    • Microsoft PowerPoint

    • Adobe Photoshop

    • Adobe Illustrator

    • Adobe Premiere Pro

    • Adobe InDesign

    • Lumix G7 Micro 4/3 Camera

    • Youtube

    • Easy LMS