Become a certified medicine aide or update your credentials through these noncredit courses at AACC. These face-to-face continuing education courses are held evenings and weekends.
The program is completed as one course, offered each fall and spring.
NRN-325 Medicine Aide
Total Hours: 74
Upon successful completion of NRN-325 Medicine Aide or NRG-388 Medicine Aide Update, students receive a certificate valid for two years. Students who successfully complete NRN-325 will also receive an AACC continuing education certificate. To receive the certificate, submit a Student Application for a Continuing Education Certificate.
The program costs $960, including tuition and fees, for Anne Arundel County residents.
Employment of medicine aides is expected to grow 47% through 2027, faster than the average for all occupations. The earnings of medical assistants vary depending on their experience, skill level and location, with a current median salary of $25,000 per year.
Source: Emsi 2018.4
Register online, by mail or in person.
Step 1 Before you register, you must have:
Step 2 Complete basic reading and math tests administered at one of AACC’s testing locations. Call 410-777-2560 for an appointment.
Step 3 Make an appointment and meet with the program coordinator who will review the required documentation listed above and determine eligibility for the course. To make an appointment, call 410-777-2560.
Step 4 Register in person at the Glen Burnie Town Center. This can usually be done upon conclusion of your meeting with the program coordinator.
Note: a background check for an additional fee of $38.50 is required for NRN 325 Medicine Aide. Instructions will be provided on the first day of class.
Step 1 Before you register, you must have:
Step 2 Make an appointment and meet with the program coordinator who will review the required documentation listed above and determine eligibility for the course. To make an appointment, call 410-777-2560.
Step 3 Register in person at the Glen Burnie Town Center. (This can usually be done upon conclusion of your meeting with the program coordinator.) Check credit card and ATM cards accepted.
