This Pennsylvania State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators-approved program is designed to provide the knowledge for those interested in pursuing a career in the long- term care administration field.
This online program satisfies the 120-hour education component as part of the Nursing Home Administration (NHA) exam application. The 120-hour program is taught by PCOM faculty as well as subject matter experts (SME) in the areas of nursing home administration. For further information on the NHA exam, please visit the Pennsylvania Department of State licensure requirements page for Nursing Home Administrators.
Register now| NHA 120-Hour Program Quick Facts | |
| Format | 16 courses, 7.5 hours each |
| Course Delivery | Online |
| Cost | $3,000 |
This program consists of 16 courses, each 7.5 hours in length. The program is offered completely online, allowing learners to participate from any location. Each week, learners complete online course requirements asynchronously (on-demand recorded presentations) with options to engage in scheduled live interactive webinars each Tuesday. For those unable to attend these live webinars, learners may review these recorded sessions. This course is divided into 16 weeks with the following schedule:
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
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This video reviews the biological and psychosocial theories of the aging process and the use of medical, nurse practitioner, physician-assistants and telehealth in providing services in the skilled care environment.
This video focuses on the complete nursing care of the resident, utilizing a planned interdisciplinary process, infection control practices, COVID-19 policies and the Minimum Data Set (MDS).
This video focuses on the provision of social work, therapeutic activities and volunteer initiatives as well as an understanding of resident rights.
This video discusses the nutritional assessment, provision of diets, enteral feedings and the management of the kitchen including food production, sanitation and staffing.
This video discusses the use of physical, occupational, speech, respiratory and psychological support services, the reimbursement of these services and the impact on the MDS.
This video discusses the pharmaceutical requirements as well as regulations regarding safe drug and treatment administration and the management of medical records.
This video discusses the management of housekeeping, laundry and maintenance within the facility.
This video focuses on both clinical and non-clinical issues that impact risk management in a LTC facility.
This video discusses government involvement in establishing long-term care (LTC) regulations and they apply to the care along the continuum of services for older adults.
This video discusses personnel issues, staff vaccinations and labor relations in the LTC facility.
This video explains concepts of marketing and public relations in the long-term care facility. Defining and utilizing the mission statement and goal setting to develop a strategic plan will be presented.
This video focuses on financial management in the LTC facility.
This video focuses on Long-term care insurance reimbursements and the appeal process.
This video presents an understanding of compliance of state and federal regulations to prevent deficiencies as well as the methods for addressing the 2567.
This video assesses the preparation for surveys and inspections for accreditation.
This video focuses on the regulations and role of social services in the LTC facility.
This course is a Pennsylvania state-required course that prepares you for the 120 Hour Core of Knowledge Program. Completion of this course satisfies the 120-hour education component of the NHA exam candidate application. This course must be completed in its entirety to receive a certificate of completion. Each learner must complete each of the 16 modules before the end of the program.
Each of the 16 module include an on-demand video, post-test, and virtual speaker discussion.
The registration fee is $3,000 for the full 16-module program.
All registration is completed online. Registration and payment must be received at least 5 days prior to the start of the first class.
Register nowPayment is due upon registration. Students may request a registration cancellation up to 5 days prior to start date. A $50 cancellation fee will apply. No refunds will be given for requests received after the course start date.
If you wish to cancel your registration, please send your written request to Tina Chiu at tinach@pcom.edu.
PCOM encourages all persons, regardless of ability, to participate in programs and activities. If you have questions or anticipate specific accommodations, please contact the program coordinator, Ilene Warner-Maron at Ilenewa@pcom.edu at least one week prior to the program.
Program Coordinator Contact: Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN, NHA
Program Coordinator
Email: Ilenewa@pcom.edu.
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