Become a Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
Capital Nurses Training Group prepares Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) for certification by the Maryland Board of Nursing so that they can work as Certified Medication Technicians in the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) system. The training program provides initial and refresher CMT courses and is led by experienced RNs serving in Prince Georges County, MD.
Training built by nurses, for Maryland caregivers
Capital Nurses Training Group was founded by experienced registered nurses who understand exactly what it takes to administer medication safely and confidently in group home settings. Our program is specifically tailored to prepare Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) within the Maryland DDA system for certification as Medication Technicians by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Upon completion, Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) will gain comprehensive knowledge in administering medication and record-keeping in the group homes setting — based on actual experiences of the instructors and proven and effective practices.
Taught by Experienced Nurses
Led by registered nurses with decades of clinical, teaching, and mentoring experience — not just classroom theory.
Maryland DDA focused
Built specifically for UAPs serving Maryland group homes, in line with Board of Nursing standards.
Certification-focused
Small classes and personal attention, designed around what you need to earn and keep your CMT certification.
Courses & pricing
Choose the course that fits where you are in your certification journey. All classes are held in person at our Beltsville, MD location.
Medication Technician — Initial Training
A 20-hour course for those seeking CMT certification for the first time, given over two consecutive weeks as four 5-hour sessions. Covers medication safety, administration, documentation, side effects, and group-home procedures.
Choose one of three monthly batches (4 × 5 hrs):
- First Wednesday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- First Thursday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Second Wednesday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Second Thursday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Third Wednesday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Third Thursday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Fourth Wednesday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Fourth Thursday of the month — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Third Saturday of the month — 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Third Sunday of the month — 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Fourth Saturday of the month — 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Fourth Sunday of the month — 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Medication Technician — Refresher Training
A 4-hour course for certified technicians renewing and maintaining their certification. Reinforces core skills, current best practices, and safe documentation so you stay confident and compliant.
Monthly session dates (4 hrs):
- 1st Saturday — 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- 2nd Saturday — 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Reserve your seat
Complete the form and we'll reach out to confirm your class date and payment details. Prefer to call? See our contact info below.
- 📍Beltsville, MD4600 Powder Mill Road, Suite 450
- 🏥Maryland DDA programCertification by the MD Board of Nursing
- 👤Small classesPersonal attention from your instructor
- ✅Initial & refresherOptions for every stage
- 💳Payments acceptedCash App/Zelle/VenmoCall/Text (443) 297-9811
Open slots by month
Every batch is limited to 10 trainees to keep classes small and personal. Pick a month, then click an available batch to start your registration below.
Note: The slot counts shown are sample openings to demonstrate the feature. Selecting a batch pre-fills the registration form below — your seat is confirmed once we contact you. To make these counts update automatically as people register, the site can be connected to a booking tool (see the setup guide).
How enrollment works
Choose a course
Pick initial or refresher training.
Register
Fill out the short form below.
We confirm
We'll contact you with your date & payment details.
Attend & certify
Complete your sessions and certify.
Experienced registered nurses
Your training is led by two dedicated RNs with more than 50 years of combined nursing experience.
A veteran nursing professional with a 25-year track record spanning clinical experience, healthcare operations, and human resources management.
An experienced registered nurse with 28 years of dedicated service, renowned for a passion for teaching, mentoring, and fostering student success through supportive, hands-on training.