Announcing New Exclusive NCAL Member Discounts NAAP’s National Training and Certification Program for Assisted Living Activities Professionals

Assisted Living; Programs and Resources
 

The National Assisted Living Enrichment Certification Course is designed to equip life enrichment and activity professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in assisted living settings. This training and certification are ideal for assisted living staff entering the activities field or advancing their activities and senior care careers.   

The course delivers insight into the operational, ethical, and legal aspects of assisted living communities to help ensure that life enrichment and activities staff are well-prepared to enhance residents’ quality of life. The comprehensive eight module program covers these essential topics: 

  • Regulatory requirements  
  • Aging 
  • Cognitive and behavioral health 
  • Resident care 
  • Therapeutic activity concepts 
  • Documentation 
  • Safety protocols 
  • Best practices in providing person-centered support.  

This self-paced, online course offered by the National Association of Activity Professionals (NAAP) includes videos, readings, interactive tools, and certification exams. Clear guidance is provided along each step including exam preparation. After successful completion of the course and exam, participants receive the Assisted Living Enrichment Certification (ALEC) through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP), and a one-year free bonus NAAP membership.  

NCAL members receive an exclusive $100 discount off the regular $650 ALEC course and exam price by using promo code NCAL when registering. Reach out to NAAP’s Helpline Link for questions about the ALEC training and certification program.