Additional Student Costs

• Background check and drug screening: $80
• TB skin test: approximately $25; students are responsible for this cost.

Books, Materials, or Supplies Included

Textbooks are included in tuition.

Eligibility, Prerequisites and Required Documents

• Proof of high school diploma or GED
• Copy of a state-issued ID
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Documentation of TB skin test results
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Additional Program Requirements

• Background Check & Drug Screening
  A background check and drug screening are required for enrollment. Students are responsible for the $80 screening fee, which must be paid at least one week prior to the class start date.
• TB Skin Test
  A current TB skin test is required. Students are responsible for the cost of testing (approximately $25) and must provide documentation of their results at orientation.

Credential Earned or Examination Eligibility

Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to sit for the Medication Assistant Certification Exam (MACE).

Potential Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program, students will be certified to safely administer medication in accordance with federal laws and regulations in the Long-term care, Assisted Living, Correctional and Acute Care facilities.

Scholarships may be available through

• Pathways for Prosperity
• Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA). Eligibility is based on many factors and income. Contact the Alabama Career Center for information.