Courses

Every resident in an assisted living facility should have a service plan that details his or her specific care needs. This course will teach senior care workers what goes into a service plan and the importance of maintaining an accurate service plan.

As the body ages, it becomes more prone to skin integrity issues. Senior care workers need to know how to appropriately treat the wounds of the elderly individuals they support. This course teaches the basics of skin biology and outlines the different types of wounds and treatment.

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!

What should you do if someone is having a seizure? If you aren't familiar with seizures or how to help someone who is having a seizure, you may do more harm than good. This course teaches you the basics of seizure disorders and how to respond if a person in your care has a seizure.

In this course, you will learn the responsibilities involved with becoming a caregiver and how to cue, coach and assist residents with various tasks and activities of daily living.

This course will help you better understand what rights people with developmental and intellectual disabilities have and what you can do to help support those rights. We’ll also discuss the responsibilities that come with each right and how you can help the people you support meet those responsibilities. This course will also look at abuse, neglect and exploitation and what is expected of the DSP if any of those things occur.

This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of Nutrition and Healthy Aging, focusing on the unique dietary needs and challenges of adults over the age of 65. Participants will explore the physiological changes that occur with aging, the role of proper nutrition in maintaining health and vitality, and strategies to prevent and address nutritional deficiencies. The course emphasizes practical guidance for supporting older adults in achieving balanced diets that promote longevity and well-being.