Introduction

This handbook is designed for candidates seeking Medication Assistant certification in Washington (WA), leading to listing on the Washington Medication Assistant Registry. It describes the process of applying for and taking the Medication Assistant Certification Examination (MACE®). It is important that you read the entire handbook and keep a copy of it until you are notified of your examination results. The purpose of the Medication Assistant Certification Examination is to ensure that individuals who administer medication have the basic knowledge and skills to perform their duties.

The Washington Department of Health and Human Services (WADOH) has contracted with Credentia, a nationally recognized leading provider of assessment services to regulatory agencies, to administer the examination. Credentia will develop, score, and report the results of the Medication Assistant Certification Examination to the Washington Medication Assistant Registry. Completion of this Medication Assistant Certification Examination and subsequent listing on the WA Medication Assistant Registry will qualify an individual for consideration of employment in a skilled Nursing facility in Washington.

Medication Assistant Examination

Credentia has developed this examination to meet the Medication Assistant evaluation requirement of Washington state laws and regulations. The examination is a measure of medication assistant related knowledge, skills, and abilities. The purpose of the examination is to make sure that you understand and can safely perform the job of an entry-level Medication Assistant.

Exam Overview

The Medication Assistant Certification Examination (MACE®) consists of sixty (60) multiple choice questions written in English. Sample examination questions are provided in this handbook. The examination will be administered as an online proctored exam. The examination is scored immediately after you complete it. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing is responsible for the content of the examination and for determining the passing score for the examination. The Washington Department of Health and Human Services determines who is eligible to take the examination.

All candidates applying to take the Medication Assistant Certification Examination in Washington MUST complete an Application for Registration by Competency Examination form in the Credentia platform. The completed application, fees, and proof of passing Skills Checkoff from your training program is required for first time test takers.