Online Certificates
Description
This five-course certificate program provides participants with an understanding of the core functions and responsibilities of care management and care coordination, an introduction to care transitions, and a review of the resources available to support care in the community.
This 20 CE certificate differs from our Person-Centered Case Management Certificate (with 24 CEs) in that it is comprised of five courses, and does not have the additional course on person-centered planning (although, the concept of person-centered planning is referenced throughout this certificate.)
Learner Feedback:
“This program was very realistic and the topics and information are all about the issues I encounter on a daily basis. It will be very helpful in my every day work with seniors and those with disabilities.”
Success Story: Read how this Indiana organization trained their staff with this certificate program.
Contributing Authors:
Bronwyn Keefe, PhD, MSW, MPH is the Assistant Dean of Workforce and Professional Development at Boston University School of Social Work where she is also the Director for The Center for Aging and Disability Education and Research (CADER) and The Network for Professional Education.
Amelia Paini, MSW, Program Manager for Curriculum Development, Boston University School of Social Work
Joan Ead, Eadem Writing Associates
Courses
Core Issues in Aging and Disability
- Discuss the basic issues related to disability and aging.
- Describe the ways in which an individual’s cultural, ethnic, or religious background, sexual orientation, or gender identity can influence the experiences of aging and living with a disability.
- Describe the philosophy of consumer choice.
- Define functional capacity in terms of activities of living.
- Demonstrate knowledge of resources and programs that support older adults and persons with disabilities.
Assessment of Older Adults and Persons with Disabilities
- Describe your role in the assessment process
- Explain how the assessment process supports choice, self-determination, and participation.
- Identify the legal and ethical considerations during assessment.
- Explain the role of the consumer as partner in assessment.
- Consider the diversity of consumers using cultural humility.
A Guide to the Aging and Disability Networks
- Identify key federal, state, and local resources available to older adults, persons with disabilities, and their families.
- Explain how eligibility and accessibility impact the use of federal, state and local programs.
- Discuss methods for identifying and accessing resources for older adults, persons with disabilities, and their families.
- Define key terminology in understanding and navigating the aging and disability networks.
Care Management Practice
- Explain the role of health and human service workers in care management.
- Identify the medical, emotional, and social conditions that affect older people and people with disabilities.
- Discuss how the ACA has affected care management.
- Compare care management programs.
- Define the social determinants of health.
- Discuss the legal and ethical dimensions of health care management.
Care Transitions
- Demonstrate the ability to form relationships with consumers and families, perform assessments, coordinate care, and assist in planning discharges and post-discharge follow up.
- Discuss how organizations can select care transition models that are a good fit for them.
- Discuss how health care disparities need to be addressed when planning care transitions.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate with other health and human service team members during transitions of care.
- Recognize how culture and ethnicity can influence care planning and transitions of care
- Identify the barriers to successful transitions of care.
Course Policies
For information about refunds, cancellations, accommodations and to contact us please visit the policies page.
Accessibility Information
All online courses are self-paced and are designed as reading-based and include interactive multimedia components including simulations, video, audio, and discussion boards.