This specialty program approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators is designed to provide a knowledge core of education for those interested in pursuing a career in the long-term care administration field. The courses may also serve to satisfy State of Pennsylvania license renewal requirements.
Consisting of 16 courses, each 7.5 hours in length, the 120-hour program is taught by Penn State University faculty and area professionals. You may register for the entire program or choose to take individual courses as needed.
120-hr Program
- Format: Instructor-led course on Zoom
- Dates: Check back for future dates
- Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Cost: $2,849 for 120-hr cohort; $185 per individual class
- Register: Coming Soon
- Individual Class Registration: links found in the table below
| Course | Course Number | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administration, Organization and Management of the Long-Term Care Facility | H P A 5039 | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| The Nursing Department and Resident Care Management | H P A 5046 | Friday, Oct. 18 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Gerontology, Diseases of Aging | H P A 5040 | Thursday, Oct. 24 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| The Role of Government in Health Policy and Regulation | H P A 5041 | Friday, Oct. 25 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Personnel Management and Labor Relations | H P A 5043 | Thursday, Oct. 31 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Third Party Reimbursement | H P A 5044 | Friday, Nov. 1 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Preparation for Licensure Certification Accreditation Surveys, and Meeting Other Regulatory Requirements | H P A 5038 | Thursday, Nov. 7 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Understanding Regulations, Deficiencies, Plans of Corrections, and Quality Assurance. | H P A 5045 | Friday, Nov. 8 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Fiscal Management, Budgeting, and Accounting | H P A 5042 | Thursday Nov. 14 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Facility Support Services: Building/Grounds, Housekeeping, Laundry, and Central Supply | H P A 5049 | Friday, Nov. 15 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Dietary Department and Resident Care | H P A 5050 | Thursday, Nov. 21 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Health Support Services | H P A 5048 | Friday, Nov. 22 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Social Services, Family and Community Relationships, and Resident Rights | H P A 5051 | Thursday, Dec. 5 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Rehabilitation Services and Special Care | H P A 5047 | Friday, Dec. 6 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Risk Management | H P A 5052 | Thursday, Dec. 12 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
| Strategic Planning, Marketing, and Public Relations | H P A 5053 | Friday, Dec. 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hr. lunch) |
Questions
Questions regarding PA licensure requirements should be directed to:
State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators
P. O. Box 2649
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649
717-783-7155 (voice)
717-787-7769 (fax)
[email protected]
Please visit the state board website for information on the admissions requirements for this training.
Many U.S. states and territories require professional licensure/certification to be employed. If you plan to pursue employment in a licensed profession after completing this program, please visit the Professional Licensure/Certification Disclosures by State interactive map.