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Course Catalog
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information
Listed below is each course title, course number, course
description, Professional Point value and level of difficulty. For
additional information, call, write or email the ACHP office.
Skin Integrity Management
Course Number 150
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course details the anatomy and physiology of the
integumentary system, age related changes, and preventive care to
maintain skin integrity.
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Course Number 250
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Knowing that prevention is the best treatment of
pressure ulcers, this module outlines the risk factors identified
for skin breakdown, causes of skin breakdown and caregiver
implications related to pressure ulcer prevention.
Weight Loss Management and Intervention
Course Number 350
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Adequate nutritional intake is imperative for skin
integrity and wound healing. Unplanned weight loss puts the frail
and elderly at risk for pressure ulcer development and impaired
wound healing. This course defines the necessary nutrients, vitamins
and minerals for optimal health, plus caregiver methods to reduce
unplanned weight loss and optimize nutritional intake.
Wound Healing in the Elderly Individual
Course Number 450
Professional Point Value 20
Level of Difficulty
Description: Building on the material presented in Courses 150, 250,
and 350, this module provides, in great detail, the phases of wound
healing, the ideal environment to promote wound healing, and how the
CNA can positively impact wound healing.
Developing and Implementing Resident Safety
Protocols
Course Number 160
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: Nursing assistants are the first line of defense
against resident accidents and injuries. This course will explore
realistic and hands-on techniques to ensure the safest environment
and care for the frail, elderly and disabled needing assistance.
Infection Control for the Nursing Assistant
Course Number 260
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Because even the mildest of infections can be life
threatening to the frail, elderly
and disabled, it is imperative the CNA have a good working knowledge
of the chain of infection and how to prevent the transmission of
infection to those in their care. This course will cover those
topics, plus other techniques to reduce the risk of infection both
to residents and staff alike.
Identifying Urinary Incontinence
Course Number 165
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: A common misconception about elderly individuals is
that they are all incontinent. This is simply not true. This class
will identify the structures of the urinary system and risk factors
associated with urinary incontinence.
Managing Urinary Incontinence
Course Number 265
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Building on Course Number 165 this class examines the
different types of urinary incontinence and the treatment options
available for each. Techniques will be discussed that allow the CNA
to manage and/or prevent the urinary incontinence in some cases, or
minimize it in others.
Recognition of Pain in the Elderly
Course Number 270
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Current research indicates that pain is often not
recognized and is undertreated in the elderly. The CNA is the
facility staff member spending the most time with the resident.
Therefore, the CNA must be able to recognize the signs of pain and
know how to communicate those observations to the charge nurse for
follow up.
Pain Management Techniques for Nursing
Assistants
Course Number 370
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: With an understanding of how to observe for signs of
pain in the elderly, it is important for nursing assistants to know
how to incorporate caregiving pain relief measures within their
scope. This course will explore different ways CNAs can help ease
the pain of the residents, enhancing the effects of pain medication.
Profile of the Aging Individual
Course Number 175
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course studies the demographics of the aging
population including their levels of care and assistance required
upon entering a nursing care facility. Trends and anticipated future
needs are also examined.
Elder Abuse and Neglect
Course Number 375
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Abuse and neglect is not to be tolerated. This course
will explore those most vulnerable to abuse and neglect. Different
forms of abuse and neglect will be detailed and how to identify
these tragic situations.
Applied Motivation in Long Term Care
Course Number 101
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course defines motivation, examines basic human
needs and describes techniques for developing personal motivation.
The Group Development Process and Team
Building
Course Number 301
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course examines group dynamics, team building
growth and development phases and also includes some fun, hands-on
team building exercises.
Professional Goal Setting
Course Number 201
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Goals are necessary to focus on a purpose in life, both
personally and professionally. This course offers a working
definition of goals/goal setting, barriers to goal
setting and steps to developing goal setting programs.
Long Term Care Communication I
Course Number 105
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: Communication is always occurring. To ensure that
communication is effective
this course outlines the communication process, modes of
communication, styles, and barriers.
Long Term Care Communication II
Course Number 205
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Building on Long Term Care Communication I, this course
focuses on the art of listening, enhancing communication
effectiveness and developing personal communication styles.
Long Term Care Budgeting and Finance
Course Number 410
Professional Point Value 20
Level of Difficulty
Description: This module is designed to provide primary caregivers
with the knowledge necessary to understand the basic points of the
budgeting process including: the process and related forms;
potential fund sources; and the role of the CNA related to budgeting
and finance.
Mentoring Long Term Care Professionals I
Course Number 215
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: All individuals both give and receive mentoring. This
course identifies traits of a successful mentor, influence factors,
and qualities to seek in pursuit of a mentor.
Mentoring Long Term Care Professionals II
Course Number 315
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course builds on knowledge gained in Mentoring I
with scenario based problem solving exercises. This moves from
concept to application of a mentoring program.
Grass Roots Lobbying in Long Term Care
Course Number 320
Professional Point Value 15
Level of Difficulty
Description: Long term health care is heavily regulated. This class
provides an overview of how the United States Federal government and
each State government fits into long term care as it relates to
regulation and survey, reimbursement, and staff related issues.
Survey and the Regulatory Process
Course Number 420
Professional Point Value 20
Level of Difficulty
Description: Survey time is a stressful time for the nursing
facility staff, particularly the CNAs, and the residents. With a
working knowledge of the process and expectations, the stress levels
are reduced. This course highlights not only the survey process but
also on specific regulations pertinent to the CNA's role and
responsibilities. A copy of NAHCA’s Federal Regulation Handbook will
be included with this course.
Personal Health and Wellness
Course Number 125
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: With CNA vacancies and turnover it is imperative that
Nursing Assistants maintain good physical health and well being.
This class will reflect on the basics necessary to ensure adequate rest, nutrition, exercise and relaxation.
Maintaining Personal Performance by
Managing Stress
Course Number 126
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Description: This course defines stress and its common causes and
offers practical stress management techniques.
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace
Course Number 433
Professional Point Value 20
Level of Difficulty
Description: Everyone experiences disputes and disagreements on a
daily basis. This course offers practical, realistic and usable
information on resolving these conflicts with a positive outcome.
Geriatric Care Specialist Course
Course Number 501
Professional Point Value 30
Level of Difficulty
Description: This is a ten module course detailing anatomy and
physiology, age related disorders, geriatric urinary incontinence,
pressure ulcers, wound healing and skin care, caring for residents
with dementia, psychosocial needs of the geriatric resident,
communicating in long term care, restorative care, observation
reporting and documentation and the survey process and federal
regulations. The final examination is 50 multiple choice questions,
requiring 70% correct for successful completion. Upon completion a
special certificate and lapel pin will be issued with the
distinction of Geriatric Care Specialist.
CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES (CDS)
The following courses are clinical in content. All are worth 5
Professional Points upon successful completion and all are
introductory level () related to difficulty. Listed below are the
course titles, course numbers and a brief description. A 10-question
multiple choice exam requires 70% correct for successful completion.
The Integumentary System details
basic anatomy and physiology of the skin, age related changes and
caregiver implications. Course Number CDS01
The Skeletal System outlines
basic anatomy of the skeletal system along with age related changes,
common disorders and caregiver tips. Course Number CDS02
The Muscular System explains the
basic anatomy of the muscular system, age related changes, common
disorders and caregiver implications. Course Number CDS03
The Gastro-Intestinal System
describes the anatomy and physiology of the GI tract, age related
changes and caregiver implications resulting from those changes.
Course Number CDS04
The Cardiovascular System
details the basic anatomy of the heart, coronary circulation, age
related changes and caregiver suggestions. Course Number CDS05
The Respiratory System
highlights anatomy and physiology of the respiratory tract, the gas
exchange process, age related changes and resulting caregiver
implications. Course Number CDS06
The Sensory System outlines the
anatomy of the structures of the 5 senses: sight, hearing, smell,
taste and touch. Age related changes are also described with tips
for caregiving related to these changes. Course Number CDS07
The Nervous System highlights
basic anatomy of both the central and peripheral nervous systems,
age related changes affecting the nervous system and resulting
caregiver implications. Course Number CDS08
The Endocrine System outlines
the components of the endocrine system, hormone production, age
related changes and caregiver information related to the endocrine
system. Course Number CDS09
The Immune System details the
inflammatory and immune responses, the key structures of the immune
system, age related changes and caregiver implications. Course
Number CDS10
The Lymphatic System instructs
on the cells, tissues and organs of the lymphatic system, as well as
age related changes occurring with this system and caregiver
implications. Course Number CDS11
The Reproductive System includes
information on the structures and functions of both the male and
female reproductive systems, age related changes and caregiving
tips. Course Number CDS12
The Urinary System Part I
discusses basic information about urinary incontinence including
risk factors and types. Course Number CDS13
The Urinary System Part II
details the structures, basic anatomy and physiology of the urinary
system, including age related changes and suggestions for caregiving.
Course Number CDS14
The Urinary System Part III
defines the treatment and management of urinary incontinence. Course
Number CDS15
Sleep and Rest Patterns of Aging
Individuals describes normal sleep patterns, sleep
patterns in the elderly and sleep promotion. Course Number CDS16
Accidents: Reducing the Risk of Falls
outlines facts on falls, risk factors and techniques to
ensure resident safety. Course Number CDS17
Nutritional Status and Weight Loss Part I
explores the nutritional needs of the body, including the
essential vitamins, minerals and electrolytes. Course Number CDS18
Nutritional Status and Weight Loss Part II
explains barriers to adequate nutritional intake and
CNA responsibilities to ensure nutritional needs are met. Course
Number CDS19
Diabetes Mellitus Part I details
descriptions and basic pathophysiology of diabetes. Course Number
CDS20
Diabetes Mellitus Part II covers
in greater detail the symptoms and prevention of complications in
the elderly. Caregiving suggestions for the CNA related to diabetes
is also outlined. Course Number CDS21
Osteoporosis describes risk
factors, pathophysiology, symptoms and treatment goals for residents
with osteoporosis. Suggested care tips for CNAs are also included.
Course Number CDS22
Congestive Heart Failure
features the pathophysiology, symptoms and suggestions for care
related to CHF. Course Number CDS23
Influenza focuses on the causes,
symptoms, complications, diagnosis, treatment and care of an elderly
patient with influenza. Techniques to prevent influenza and its
transmission are also covered. Course Number CDS24
Hydration in Long Term Care
discusses the forms and causes of dehydration, why the elderly are
at greatest risk for dehydration, symptoms, treatment and
prevention. Course Number CDS25
Pneumonia describes the risk
factors, causes, treatment, early recognition and prevention of this
life threatening condition. Course Number CDS26
The Numbers Behind Your Residents
examines the average resident, their current needs for
assistance and condition upon admission. Course Number CDS27
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM (PDC)
The following courses are professional development in content. All
are worth 2.5 Professional Points upon successful completion and all
are introductory level (.) related to difficulty. Listed below are
the course titles, course numbers and a brief description. A
10-question multiple choice exam requires 70% correct for successful
completion.
Conquering Stress: Don’t Burn Out — Burn
On! This course defines stress and identifies the causes
of stress and some coping mechanisms. Course Number PDS001
Feeling Good About Yourself: Healthy Self
Esteem—focuses on factors that affect healthy self esteem
and benefits of high self esteem. Course Number PDS002
Change: The Universal Constant — Managing
Change So It Does Not Manage You! This class defines
change, potential causes of change, effects of change (both positive
and negative), and techniques for managing change based on
individual response. Course Number PDS003
Mentoring: Sharing the Wealth
defines mentoring and discusses the four steps of the mentoring
process. Course Number PDS004
It’s a Choice...What’s Yours?
Being a Great Nursing Assistant Requires Having a Great “Attitude”
identifies solutions for overcoming negative attitudes, lists the
benefits of positive attitudes and contains a self evaluation form
for attitude evaluation. Course Number PDS005
Express Yourself! Communications Made Easy
Part I — defines communication and discusses the
communication process. Course Number PDS006
Listening...The “Silent Skill”...
Communications Made Easy Part II focuses on the art of
listening and the step by step process of active listening. Course
Number PDS007
Sharpening Leadership Skills by
Understanding the Power of Influence examines the
qualities of a leader and how to influence others in a positive,
proactive way. Course Number PDS008
Are You a Team Player? Building
a Winning Team defines teamwork, describes various team positions in
the long term care setting and lists successful teamwork behaviors
and functions. Course Number PDS009
Keeping the BEST! How to Keep the
Professionals at Your Facility examines how CNAs can
drive the facility’s retention efforts. This course examines the
behaviors that improve CNA retention. Course Number PDS010
Dynamics of a Professional CNA —
Defining What Makes Us the Nursing Center’s Heart and Soul. This
course defines “professional CNA,” discusses professional conduct
and describes the relationship between CNAs and quality of care.
Course Number PDS011
Conflict Resolution: Techniques for
Achieving Optimal Success defines conflict in human
interaction and lists the effects of conflict, as well as the seven
rules of conflict resolution. Course Number PDS012
Excellence During Survey. This
is a CNA’s guide to excellence during the survey process. It
identifies the types of surveys, lists the top ten cited
deficiencies, reviews the survey process and describes tips for
achieving survey success. Course Number PDS013
Turnover Reduction Made Easy!
This course examines methods CNAs can implement that will enhance
the facility’s recruitment campaign. The causes and impact of
turnover will be examined. Course Number PDS014
Working Together to Get the Job Done —
Maximizing Team Productivity. This course focuses on getting
existing team members in the long term care setting moving in the
same direction, outlining common goals and motivating others to join
the team. Course Number PDS015
What’s Money Got to Do With It?
Understanding Finance and Budgeting and Their Effect on Long Term
Care defines reimbursement sources and simple budget structures.
This course also discusses the impact of reimbursement on wages.
Course Number PDS016
AUDIOCASSETTE COURSES
The following are audiocassette courses (those course
numbers beginning with the letter A). The primary content is
delivered through audiocassette tape. These courses are also
accompanied by a short workbook. The subject matter is predominantly
motivational in nature, however also includes topics and information
for personal and professional growth. These courses are
introductory, one pencil (.), or the least difficult. The course
exam will include multiple choice and true/false questions.
Overcoming Negativity in the Workplace —
This program contains two audiocassettes and is a motivational
program with a workbook that outlines the causes of workplace
negativity, symptoms of workplace negativity and how to combat
workplace negativity. Course Number A1
Your Daily Dose of Successful Thinking
is a cassette tape audio program that is a potpourri of humorous
anecdotes, information on successful thinking and methods for
maintaining a positive mental attitude. Course Number A2
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
These courses deal with a variety of subject content and
are presented in an array of formats. They begin with SP on the
course number. These modules have varying degrees of difficulty. The
examinations will include short answer, multiple choice, true/false
and essay questions.
CNAs—The Driving Force in Long Term Care
emphasizes the importance of CNAs in the long term care
setting, gaining professional recognition for the valued work as a
nursing assistant and taking pride in the profession of nursing
assistance.
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Course Number SP1
Advanced Mentoring for Professional CNAs
identifies the nature and purpose for mentoring relationships,
lists the three fundamental building blocks of mentoring and the
steps for creating a successful mentoring relationship.
Professional Point Value 10
Level of Difficulty
Course Number SP2
CNA Leadership: Moving the Quality of Care
Toward Excellence — This module explores the ten
qualities of leadership and the development of a leadership vision.
Course Number SP3
CERTIFIED PRECEPTOR PROGRAMS
These course numbers begin with CP, and instruct CNAs, or
equivalent, on how to be the best trainer, coach and mentor possible
to new nursing assistants. These courses have an intermediate
difficulty rating (..). The course examination is made up of a
combination of short answer, multiple choice, true/false and essay
questions.
Certified Preceptor I identifies
the causes of turnover, defines the role and traits of a successful
preceptor, focuses on “training to retain” and discusses making the
most of even limited “orientation” plans. Course Number CP01
Certified Preceptor II expands
on the information presented in the first course. This module
explores the most effective way to teach and instruct adult
learners, motivate others in the long term care setting and set new
nursing assistants up for success. Course Number CP02 |
