Courses

This course introduces learners to the process of aging and the unique needs of older adults, particularly those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants will explore the physical, psychological, and sensory changes that occur with age, as well as practical strategies for promoting health, independence, and dignity. The course emphasizes the concept of “aging in place” and provides guidance on creating supportive, safe environments that foster well-being throughout the aging process.

This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of effective communication, focusing on listening, understanding, and interaction strategies that foster meaningful connections—especially with individuals with developmental disabilities. Participants will explore the key components of communication, learn how to identify and overcome common barriers, and discover ways to encourage and support expressive communication in others.

This short course will demonstrate the proper way to wear a face mask, and what things to avoid doing.

This course discusses HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. You will learn ways to protect patient information, as well as the consequences you'll face if you fail to protect confidential information.

Foodborne Illness is a common health issue. The good news? It is very preventable! In this course, you will learn what foodborne illness is, how it is contracted and the ways you can prevent it. If you prepare or eat food, you can benefit from this training!

There has been a recent resurgence in bedbug infestations worldwide, particularly in developed countries, including the United States. Although having bed bugs is not generally considered a health threat, living with them can be a traumatic experience and properly eliminating bed bugs is a time-consuming and expensive task. This course focuses on providing the basic information that is needed to control bed bugs, as well as teaching you how to identify and prevent bed bug infestations.

The CDC estimates that more than 16 million people in the United States are living with cognitive impairment. In this course, you will learn about cognitive impairment and how it relates to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. We'll also discuss the differences between the changes associated with normal aging and cognitive impairment and offer methods for treating and supporting those with cognitive difficulties.

In today’s age, we are increasingly connected to the Internet and we use computers in our everyday lives and work. But the Internet is not completely safe from threats. In fact, attacks on our computers and accounts can happen any time, anywhere. That’s why it’s important to take security measures to protect your computer system, software, data, and personal information from cyberattacks.

In this course, we will take and in-depth look at depression and the various ways it affects individuals. We will review how many people are affected by depression, discuss what causes it, learn who is at risk, and identify the signs that may lead you to suspect when someone is depressed.

What can you do to prevent depression? How do you know if you are depressed, and if you are diagnosed with depression, how is it treated? This course answers all those questions as we take a closer look at depression.

Diabetes is a disease that can be diagnosed at any stage of a person's life. Although there is no cure for diabetes, there are medications and treatments that can help an individual manage the disease. This course details the different types of diabetes, as well as the treatment and prevention of diabetes.

Managing employee performance is the key to an effective performance management system. That includes setting goals, making sure that your expectations are clear, and providing frequent feedback. This training course will help you navigate the employee performance process and enhance your skills as a supervisor or manager.

An eating disorder is an unhealthy relationship with food and weight that can affect a person's body and mind. This course offers valuable information about the different types of eating disorders and gives some valuable insight on how to work with people who suffer from eating disorders.

MRSA is an extremely dangerous and potentially fatal infection that is resistant to most antibiotics. This course teaches you important details about the appearance, transmission and avoidance of Methicilin-resistent Staphylococcus-aureus.

As the body ages, the nutritional fuel it needs also changes. This course focuses on the specialized diet needs of the aging population, and discusses some common nutritional deficiencies the elderly experience.

Animals are more than just cuddly and adorable companions, they can also be amazing assets in a therapy and healing environment! This course details how our furry friends can benefit the lives of the people you care for.

The elderly have a unique set of psychosocial needs. Some individuals find aging frightening and depressing, while other individuals are able to easily accept their aging status. This course will help senior care workers identify the specific needs of the elderly and understand their role in keeping residents happy and healthy.

In this module, you will learn about different types of abuse, as well as how incidents are qualified, investigated and reported. We will also review incident reporting requirements and best practices for handling an emergency situation.

Maryland requires that a full nursing assessment be performed each time a new resident is admitted to an assisted living facility. This course walks senior care workers through each part of the nursing assessment and details the information included in the report.

Back injuries can seriously affect a person's quality of life. As a direct support professional, you may be responsible for lifting and moving objects and people. This course teaches safe and proper lifting techniques that direct support professionals should practice every day.