Massachusetts Medication Administration Program (MAP) Certification: Training, Testing, and Recertification Guide
A comprehensive resource guide for the Massachusetts Medication Administration Program (MAP), which authorizes trained unlicensed direct care staff to administer medications in registered community residential programs, day programs, and respite settings under 105 CMR 700.003(E) . This guide covers the three-component certification process—Knowledge Test, Transcription Test, and Medication Administration Demonstration—all of which must be passed to earn certification . Core content includes the Five Rights of medication administration, medication classifications and dosage calculations, transcription onto the Medication Administration Record (MAR), PRN medication rules and documentation requirements, storage and disposal procedures, and error recognition and reporting . The guide also addresses recertification timelines and testing processes, consequences of failed attempts (including immediate suspension of medication administration privileges), and the role of the state-contracted testing vendor through TestMaster Universe . Designed to support direct care staff, MAP trainers, and service providers in achieving and maintaining safe medication administration competency.
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- November 8, 2026
- Number of pages
- 34
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- 2026/2027
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- Exam (elaborations)
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- Questions & answers
