LAI Medication Manager Certification Course LeadingAge Iowa’s Medication Manager Certification Course meets the Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing (DIAL) requirements for medication administration in assisted living, adult day and elder group homes, which were effective March 1, 2021. Registrants will experience a research-based course with video demonstrations, interactive activities, and quizzes to ensure comprehension. The online, on-demand course has been designed to be mobile and tablet friendly, allowing registrants to take the course from any location with internet access. Pursuant to Iowa Administrative Code 481--67.5(2)(f), any non-licensed individual administering medications in an assisted living program, adult day services, or elder group home must have at a minimum successfully completed a medication manager certification course. All unlicensed staff who administer medications must complete the course and clinical practicum prior to passing medications. Program Highlights:
Course Fee: $145 per registrant Requirements:
Test-Only Option: Cost: $100 As of June 2025, LeadingAge Iowa is pleased to offer a test-only option for the Medication Manager program. Test-only options are available for individuals who’ve previously completed a similar course to the Medication Manager program in another state and would like to be certified in Iowa. Individuals must be pre-approved by LeadingAge Iowa staff to receive the link to register for the test only option. Email [email protected] for pre-approval or with questions on the test-only option. LeadingAge Iowa Medication Manager UPDATED Purchase Instructions The Medication Manager Certification is now available for direct purchase through the LeadingAge Iowa storefront. Course purchases will automatically create user accounts and assign the course immediately after purchase. Users will receive an email with username and login instructions. Purchase instructions can be found below. Current CE Solutions Customers: If you would like the completion moved to the user’s CE Solutions account, please contact your CSR after the course is completed.
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