

The skills competency check-off would still be completed by a professional nurse, physician, or a skilled and willing parent. Requirements for an Option 2 program are listed under Administrative Resources. Approval of these programs is based on whether the knowledge training requirements would be met. In this option, districts can submit programs to the School Nurse Consultant that they would like to use. OPTION 2: Use a locally-developed or professionally made program that is approved by the Department of Public Instruction. The skills competency check-off would be completed by a professional nurse, physician, or a skilled and willing parent. These routes are indicated by an asterisks. Some routes of administration have both a video and a short module containing updates to administration practices. Participants take the written assessment test after watching the video, and print it out as their proof of completing the session. Districts can show the webcasts/videos in groups or can have individuals watch the webcasts on their own computers. OPTION 1: Use the links to the DPI webcasts through this webpage. Knowledge training and skills check-off is not required for oral medication, but highly recommended. The knowledge (webcasts) training and assessment tests are to be completed every four years, while the skills competency check-off should be completed annually. All routes other than oral, ear, eye, and topical require both knowledge training and skills check-off. All school personnel and volunteers must complete a Basic Medication Administration Principles course either through Option 1 or Option 2.

118.29, Wisconsin school personnel and volunteers must be trained and found competent before administering certain medications to students. Family Resources for Learning during COVID-19Īccording to Wis.
