Social Service
Director/Designee
CERTIFICATION COURSE
Practical, specialized training for social service professionals in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
- Designed for all education levels
- Specialized information not typically covered in college courses
- 36 hours of comprehensive training
- Downloadable materials for future reference
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Self-paced
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PEOPLE AT THE HEART OF CARE
Supporting Residents.
Strengthening Communities.
Social service professionals play a meaningful role in the lives of residents and families during important life transitions.
This course gives you practical knowledge to advocate for residents, support care planning, communicate effectively, maintain accurate documentation, and work collaboratively with the care team.
Compassion. Advocacy. Dignity.You can make all the difference.
PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE FOR YOUR WORK
What You’ll Learn
Resident-Centered Care
Aging, psychosocial needs, resident rights, quality of life, depression, behavior, and elder abuse awareness.
Role & Responsibilities
Admissions, discharge support, care planning, interdisciplinary teamwork, and daily social service responsibilities.
Documentation & Compliance
Progress notes, assessments, federal regulations, survey preparation, and practical compliance concepts.
Professional Skills
Communication, ethics, advocacy, mediation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and burnout prevention.
Where This Knowledge Can Be Used
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Long-term care facilities
- Rehabilitation and post-acute care settings
- Other care environments using social service support staff
Job titles and requirements vary by employer and state.
Enrollment Requirements
- No listed educational prerequisites
- Computer or tablet with reliable internet access
- Required textbook purchased separately
- Complete all course requirements to receive your certificate
YOUR NEXT STEP
Upon Completion
After successfully completing all course requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Employment and certification requirements may vary by state and employer. Verify requirements for the position you seek.
Invest in Your Future.
Make a Lasting Impact.
Gain practical knowledge and confidence for social services work in skilled nursing and long-term care.
Your course begins immediately after payment is received.