Follow the steps below to see how you can climb the CarDon Career Ladder and reach the position of a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA).

Step 1

Hospitality Aide or Other Non-Certified Position

Any CarDon employee who is interested in furthering their career is eligible for this process.

Step 2

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA)

Raise a minimum of $1.00/hr. or more (Annually $2,000): Once you complete the application and sign the CNA agreement, we can match you to a CNA class in your area or online. If you know what school you would like to attend and have already applied to that school, please provide us with that information.

Step 3

CPR Certification (Must Continue to Keep Active)

Raise of $0.25/hr. (Annually $500): Several of our communities offer CPR training at different times throughout the year. Start the application process, and we will match you to a CPR training in your area.

Step 4

Dementia Certification (CarDon Approved)

Raise of $0.25/hr. (Annually $500): You can earn Dementia Certification via Relias. Start the application process, and we will load the in-service courses into your account. Once you have completed all five courses, please reach out to your HR Business Partner in your community so they can print your certification.

Step 5

Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

Raise a minimum of $1.00/hr. or more (Annually $2,000): Once you complete the application process and sign the QMA agreement, we can match you to a QMA class in your area. If you know what school you would like to attend and have already applied to that school, please provide us with that information.

If you have additional questions, please email: EdAssist@cardon.us