Module III: Policy Guidelines

This module equips school nurses and trained school employees (AOMs) with the essential policy knowledge needed to safely and legally administer medication in the school setting. You'll explore the full DC Health policy statement, eligibility requirements for student medication access, and the responsibilities of authorized staff.

Estimated time: 30–45 minutes

Completion Requirement: 80% passing score on the final quiz

Target Audience

This training has been designed for:

Learning Objectives

Through this course, participants will learn:

  • Summarize medication administration policy guidelines
  • Receive and administer medication in the school setting
  • Demonstrate proper documentation of medication administration
  • Discuss appropriate handling and storage of medication
  • Restate steps to take in case of an error
Course summary
Course opens: 
07/18/2025
Course expires: 
07/18/2030
Part of: 
Administration of Medication Training (AOM)
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Required Hardware/Software

High-Speed Internet Connection

Adobe Reader for PDF file download

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