HB2351

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 63, Chapter 7, relative to medication aides.

Complete·4/29/26

HB2351 amends Tennessee's medication aide certification requirements, including education, experience, and examination criteria.

HB2351 revises Tennessee's medication aide certification process. To qualify, applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete a state-approved training course. Nursing students in good standing who have completed relevant coursework may also apply. The bill allows for two attempts to pass the certification exam. Additionally, it permits the board to certify individuals with out-of-state credentials if they meet Tennessee's standards. The act also mandates that approved training programs last between 14 and 90 days.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

13 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Apr 29

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 813

Apr 8

House

Sponsor(s) Added.

Apr 8

House

Comp. SB subst.