Online - Self Paced

In this course, we will investigate three main respiratory diseases; asthma, pneumonia and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease which is abbreviated COPD. With good assessment skills, a firm knowledge base, and a well thought out action plan these diseases can be prevented and/or effectively managed. Educating yourself and spreading knowledge to others will move society to greater and greater levels of health and wellness.

¿Sabías que un gran porcentaje de trabajadores de la industria de servicios humanos y de salud sufren de dolor de espalda? Levantar, trasladar e inclinarse puede provocar lesiones en la espalda, los hombros y en el cuello. En este curso, aprenderá principios seguros y efectivos de mecánica corporal, manejo del cliente, posicionamiento y transferencias.

This series of courses will explore the topic of emotional and psychological trauma and how to provide caring, compassionate, and empathetic services that are trauma informed.  Traumatic experiences can impact and alter an individual’s perception of themselves, their world, and the people around them.  It can disrupt the victim’s biological, cognitive, and emotional functioning as well as their identity, relationships, and social interactions.  In this course, you will learn about several principles and tenets of Trauma Informed Care.  You will be challenged and inspired to provide the best care possible to those who have been affected by the ravages of traumatic experiences.   This course is approved by the following governing boards & organizations: CA Board of Registered Nursing: CA Provider # CEP 15849 District of Columbia Board of Nursing: CE Provider #50-14108 California Board of Vocational Nursing Provider # V10810 Psychiatric Technicians Provider # V10806

This course informs providers with an overview and explanation of the Treatment Integrity Check form utilized with providers implementing Early Childhood Habilitation Services.  This course will provide explanations on what a Treatment Integrity (TI) check is, how it is utilized to increase job performance, how Treatment Integrity (TI) checks are scored, and what providers can expect during a Treatment Integrity (TI) check.  This course is specifically designed for ECA providers.

This is a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia.  This is part one in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In this course, we will cover topics aimed at helping caregivers gain useful information and tools to improve your overall interactions with these clients.  

While supporting someone with dementia can be rewarding, it also proves challenging.  This is part two in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia.  In this course, we are going to cover all things communication, including strategies to help you and the person with dementia connect and improve communication.

While supporting someone with dementia can be rewarding, it also proves challenging.  This is part three in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In this course, we will discuss strategies to address eating and nutritional challenges in members with Alzheimer’s and Dementia and how to optimize food and nutritional care.

While supporting someone with dementia can be rewarding, it also proves challenging.  This is part four in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In this course, we will discuss how to create a safe environment for members with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, striking a balance between safety and compliance.

While supporting someone with dementia can be rewarding, it also proves challenging.  This is part five in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In this course, we will dive into how to deal with some specific behaviors associated with dementia.  

While supporting someone with dementia can be rewarding, it also proves challenging.  This is part six in a six-part series to help you understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In this course, we will cover many meaningful activities to help keep members active and engaged so they can enjoy all the benefits to their emotional, physical, and cognitive health.

NEW! This course gives an overview of the different types of diabetes, the causes, risk factors, and treatments.  Also includes general information about insulin and how providers can help members manage their diabetes.    

This course will provide you important information about the Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system.  Topics include: What is EVV?, benefits of an EVV system, technology needed to utilize EVV, frequently asked questions, and the scheduling feature of EVV.