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MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION TRAINING
INDEPENDENT STUDY (MAT IS)
MAT certification is required for childcare providers who administer medication to children in a childcare facility that adheres to Virginia Department of Social Services rules. The class includes a Part 1 web-based training module as well as a Part 2 classroom session. It covers material required by the VDSS, including instruction in administering: oral, topical, inhaled, nebulized, medication patches, eye, ear, nose, and emergency injection of epinephrine using an auto injector device.
Online Session (Viewing video at home/school)
Classroom Session (Testing in Part 2):
Pass 20 question written test
Pass a randomized practical skills
testPass a liquid measurement demonstration
MAT handouts provideed for classroom usage
Participants must achieve 80% or higher to pass the written exam. In addition to this all essential questions (marked with a star) must be correct to receive a passing score.
Participants are given two opportunities each to pass the written test and the skills competency.
Prerequisites:
1. At least 18 years of age
2. Able to read and write in English
3. Bring current CPR and First Aid cards
4. Must bring certificate of completion from PART 1
5. Class open to all whether expired, current, or new to MAT
Rate: $100
MAT Books: $15 each (optional)
Certificate valid for 3 years
Maximum class size: 8 participants
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Northern Virginia Medication Administration Trainers provides training to Preschool, Center based, and Home Day Care Providers in Northern Virginia: Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Arlington, Alexandria counties.
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