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- ALL115b - Age-Specific Considerations in Health Care$15.95
Purpose: This is the second part of a three-part series exploring cultures, ethnicities, age-appropriate care, and historical issues that affect the present health care climate. ALL115a covers cultural competency in health care, ALL115b highlights age-specific considerations in health care, and ALL115c addresses past and current issues of the health care industry, such as racism and discrimination, and how to respond as an individual and facility.
In this course, health care professionals will increase their understanding and skills in providing optimal care to residents from varying age groups.
Learn More - ALL115a - Cultural Competence in Health Care (1.0 HR)$15.95
This is the first part of a three-part series exploring cultures, ethnicities, age-appropriate care, and historical issues that affect the present health care climate. ALL115a covers cultural competency in health care, ALL115b highlights age-specific considerations in health care, and ALL115c addresses past and current issues of the health care industry, such as racism and discrimination, and how to respond as an individual and facility.
Learn More - ALL105 - Dealing With Difficult People in Health Care (2.0 HR)$25.95
Health care professionals will learn how to identify and respond to conflict and disruptive behaviors among coworkers. Research on the negative consequences of conflict on staff morale and patient care are reviewed. Various strategies to deal with negative situations that are a part of every workplace are explained.
Learn More - ALL107 - The Importance of Effective Communication in Health Care (1.0 HR)$15.95
Health care workers in long-term care will learn the elements of effective communication, as well as techniques to implement within their workplace that will enhance their connections with colleagues and residents.
Learn More - MEM504 - Dementia Training: Philosophy of Care, Family & Staff Issues (1.0 HR)$15.95
All staff working in the long term care setting will increase their knowledge and skills in caring for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder.
Learn More - ALL110 - Health Care Compliance: What You Need to Know (1.0 HR)$15.95
The participant will enhance their understanding of compliance issues in healthcare.
Learn More - ALL118 - LGBTQ in Health Care (1.0 HR)$15.95
LGBT seniors have faced many challenges that have kept them in the closet or forced them back into the closet because of discrimination and bullying from caregivers and other friends and family. This self-study will help health care staff understand the terminology and basic rights of LGBT seniors in long-term care.
Learn More - REG118 - Infection Control for Direct Care Personnel (1.0 HR)$15.95
Health care providers and others employed within health care facilities will learn about infection control measures including precautions, transmission-based (isolation) precautions, handwashing, personal protective equipment, sterilization, and disinfection.
Learn More - REG114 - Social Media Usage in Health Care (1.0 HR) (All Staff)$15.95
This course is intended for all employees in the long-term care setting. You will learn what is social media, what privacy rights residents have related to social media, and types of possible criminal abuse via social media. You will study what the August 5, 2016 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) memo mandated that nursing homes do in regards to social media. In June 2016, the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) gave written guidance to members about what these policies may encompass, which will be discussed.
Learn More - ALL104 - Customer Service & Health Care for Non-Supervisory Staff (1.0 HR)$15.95
To improve customer service in health care.
Learn More - REG101 - Bloodborne Pathogens and Exposure Control for Acute Care (1.5 HR)$20.95
Health care personnel will increase their understanding of the safeguards used to protect themselves and others against the health hazards, which can result from exposure to blood and certain body fluids containing blood-borne pathogens.
Learn More - All115c - Cultural Competence Addressing Individual and Systemic Issues$15.95
Purpose: This is the final part of a three-part series exploring cultures, ethnicities, age-appropriate care, and historical issues that affect the present health care climate. ALL115a covers cultural competency in health care, ALL115b highlights age-specific considerations in health care, and ALL115c addresses past and current issues of the health care industry, such as racism and discrimination, and how to respond as an individual and facility.
In this course, learners will need to look not only at the systemic issues of racism in the industry, but also their own biases, prejudices, and influence on residents’ care. Becoming knowledgeable and more comfortable with often uncomfortable truths, acknowledging differences, and understanding the issues that both health care workers and residents face are steps in breaking down historical barriers and broadening one’s perspectives.
Learn More - REG122 - Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder (1.0 HR)$15.95
The purpose of this course is to provide education to health care employees who are involved in the care of persons with behavioral health disorders. Following this course, you will be able to identify the prevalence of mental illness in the United States, define and possess knowledge of mental illness and substance-related and addictive disorders, and determine what is involved with an interdisciplinary approach to care. This course will address the psychosocial needs of individuals with behavioral health issues and conclude which elements contribute to achieving the highest standard of care for such individuals. It also addresses substance abuse related to opioid use for pain management.
Learn More - REG102 - Fire Safety (1.0 HR)$15.95
Patients in health care facilities are especially vulnerable to a fire. Health care staff must be prepared to respond in the event of a fire. This self-study will help health care staff understand the basics of how fires occur and spread and how to prevent fires. Health care staff will increase their skills in recognizing fire hazards, preventing fires, and options for responding appropriately to a fire emergency.
Learn More - ALL112 - Medication Management Overview (1.5 HR)$20.95
This course is intended primarily for non-licensed health care personnel who provide direct care for people in home care programs. General guidelines are provided for administering or assisting with the administration of medications. This content reviews basic medication safety and the 6 Rights and three checks of medication administration. Learners will also become familiar with the various routes for medication administration.
Learn More - REG113 – Residents’ Rights (1.0 HR)$15.95
Health care personnel working in the long-term care setting will increase their knowledge and understanding of residents’ rights.
Learn More - REG120 - Dementia - Communication, Behavior Management, and Abuse Prevention (1.0 HR)$15.95
This course discusses the care of individuals with dementia and is intended to meet the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements for dementia training. Topics covered include communication, behavior management, abuse prevention, and dementia. All staff working in the long-term care setting will increase their knowledge and skills in caring for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.
Learn More - Series - 4 Hour Dementia Training Module B (4.0 HR)$44.95
All staff working in the long term care setting will increase their and skills in caring for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. This bundle of courses includes the following modules: Philosophy of Care Family & Staff Issues, Activities for Persons with Dementia, Activities of Daily Living Medication & Nutrition, and Ethical Issues.
Learn More - Series - 8 Hour Dementia Training Series (8.0 HR)$84.95
All staff working in the long term care setting will increase their knowledge and skills in caring for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. This bundle of courses includes the following modules: Dementia Training: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease, Communication, Behavior Management, Philosophy of Care, Family & Staff Issues, Activities for Persons with Dementia, Activities of Daily Living, Medication & Nutrition, and Ethical Issues.
Learn More - SAF102 - Preventing Falls (1.0 HR)$15.95
Health care providers will increase their understanding and skills for preventing falls and making the environment a safe place for resident care.
Learn More - SAF101 - Basic First Aid (1.5 HR)$20.95
Health care personnel will learn the techniques of basic first aid.
Learn More - REG112 - Patient Bill of Rights: Hospital (1.0 HR)$15.95
Health care personnel working in the hospital setting will increase their knowledge and understanding of Patient’s Rights.
Learn More - REG110 - Identifying Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation (1.0 HR)$15.95
The purpose of this course is to enhance the knowledge of the health care professional in defining, assessing, identifying, increasing awareness, reporting, and caring for elderly people who may be suffering from abuse or neglect, whether in a private home or a residential setting.
Learn More - REG110S - Identificando el Abuso, la Negligencia y la Explotación de Adultos Mayores$15.95
El propósito de este curso es fortalecer el conocimiento del profesional del cuidado de la salud definiendo, evaluando, identificando, concientizando, reportando y cuidando a adultos mayores que puedan estar sufriendo de abuso o negligencia, así sea en un ancianato privado o en un ambiente residencial.
Learn More - ALL131 – Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace$15.95
Diversity and inclusion are two important components of improving equality and advancement in the workplace. One cannot fully prosper without the other. This course is designed to provide both health care workers and employers a deeper understanding on the topic, a review of applicable federal laws, and guidance on how to implement the concepts of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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