The Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities is now offering Medication Administration Certification classes, both the initial training and renewal, free of charge to providers. View course offerings and learn about DODD’s Guidance on Medication Administration Supports by reading below.
You must be providing service for individuals in Medina County to enroll in these classes.
Initial Certification 1 – Prescribed Medications and Health Related Activities
The initial Medication Administration Certification consists of two 8-hour courses (8:00 am – 4:00 pm each day), held at the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities. To view upcoming dates and submit the course application and Med Pass registration form, click the button below.
Renewal of Certification 1 – Prescribed Medications and Health Related Activities
The renewal of the Medication Administration Certification consists of one 2.5-hour course, held at the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities. To view upcoming dates and times, and to submit the course application and Med Pass registration form, click the button below.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) has guidance on how to determine the right supports needed for safe and accurate medication administration. The type of supports, and certification requirements of those helping with medication administration, is determined by the self-administration assessment.
It is important to remember that each person has the inherent right to self-administer their medications independently if capable or with assistance. A person is presumed to be able to self-administer unless there is a substantive indication that the person wants or needs supports.
Read the guidance on medication administration supports below.