Aging Care Professional Badge Series

The Aging Care Professionals (ACP) badge series is a flexible, self-paced learning opportunity for anyone working in or entering the aging care field. Whether you're a student, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional, these short online courses help you build practical, compassionate care skills while earning the ACP credential.

The Aging Care Professional credential is a partnership between industry experts and professors passionate about aging care.

Each course is worth one credit hour or less, and together they equate to PHS 100—a step toward a Bachelor of Science in Health Science or Health Management.

✔ Self-paced & fully online - learn on your own schedule
✔ 4 courses to earn the ACP credential
✔ Build employer-identified skills
✔ Earn a badge and college credit for each course
✔ Perfect for current (CNA, HHA, RN) and future aging care professionals

This course is designed to equip aging care professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure the safety and well-being of older adults and care professionals. Participants will learn about common safety risks and hazards that aging adults face, as well as strategies for preventing accidents and injuries.

This course focuses on providing comprehensive, person-centered care to aging adults. Participants will learn about the principles of aging adult centered care, including respect for autonomy, dignity, and individual preferences. The course will cover topics such as effective communication, cultural competence, ethical considerations, and strategies for promoting independence and quality of life.

This course is designed to provide aging care professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to care for older adults with dementia. The course will cover topics such as understanding dementia, addressing behavioral and psychological symptoms, promoting independence, and understanding aspects of dementia.

This course is designed to equip aging care professionals with the essential knowledge and compassionate skills needed to provide quality end-of-life care for older adults. Participants will learn about the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life care, including pain management, communication strategies, and ethical considerations. The course will cover topics such as hospice care, palliative care, cultural sensitivity, and supporting families through the end-of-life process.

These courses were designed based on employer-identified needs for Aging Care Professionals. You'll build durable, transferable skills like:

• Initiative

• Empathy

• Oral communication

• Critical thinking

Earn college credit while gaining hands-on skills you can use immediately in your workplace. Complete all four badges to earn the Aging Care Professional (ACP) credential, a mark of excellence that shows your commitment to compassionate, high-quality aging care.

All courses are 100% online and self-paced—perfect for busy schedules, full-time jobs and family responsibilities.

The need for skilled, compassionate aging care professionals is growing. Whether you're just starting out or looking to upskill, the ACP badge series helps you take the next step.

Talk to your employer about earning the ACP credential. Learn more about Corporation/Sponsor Requirements and 3rd Party Billing.

Earn your first badge today. Make a lasting impact tomorrow.

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