What Are ACP Badges?
The Aging Care Professionals (ACP) badge series is a flexible, self-paced learning opportunity for anyone working in or entering the aging care field. Whether you're a student, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional, these short online courses help you build practical, compassionate care skills while earning the ACP credential.
Each course is worth one credit hour or less, and together they equate to PHS 100鈥攁 step toward a Bachelor of Science in Health Science or Health Management.
鉁� Self-paced & fully online
鉁� 4 part series
鉁� Build employer-identified skills
鉁� Earn a badge and college credit for each course
鉁� Perfect for students, CNAs, HHAs and aging care professionals
The ACP Badge Series Includes:
1 credit hour
This course is designed to equip aging care professionals with the knowledge and skills
needed to ensure the safety and well-being of older adults and care professionals.
Participants will learn about common safety risks and hazards that aging adults face,
as well as strategies for preventing accidents and injuries.
Centered Care - COMING SOON!
.5 credit hour
This course focuses on providing comprehensive, person-centered care to aging adults.
Participants will learn about the principles of aging adult centered care, including
respect for autonomy, dignity, and individual preferences. The course will cover topics
such as effective communication, cultural competence, ethical considerations, and
strategies for promoting independence and quality of life.
Dementia - COMING SOON!
1 credit hour
This course is designed to provide aging care professionals with the knowledge and
skills needed to care for older adults with dementia. The course will cover topics
such as understanding dementia, addressing behavioral and psychological symptoms,
promoting independence, and understanding aspects of dementia.
End-of-Life - COMING SOON!
.5 credit hour
This course is designed to equip aging care professionals with the essential knowledge
and compassionate skills needed to provide quality end-of-life care for older adults.
Participants will learn about the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life
care, including pain management, communication strategies, and ethical considerations.
The course will cover topics such as hospice care, palliative care, cultural sensitivity,
and supporting families through the end-of-life process.
Why Earn Aging Care Badges?
Gain In-Demand Skills
These courses were designed based on employer-identified needs for Aging Care Professionals.
You'll build durable, transferable skills like:
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Initiative
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Empathy
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Oral communication
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Critical thinking
Advance Your Career
Earn college credit while gaining hands-on skills you can use immediately in your
workplace. Complete all four badges to earn the Aging Care Professional (ACP) credential,
a mark of excellence that shows your commitment to compassionate, high-quality aging
care.
Learn on Your Time
All courses are 100% online and self-paced鈥攑erfect for busy schedules, full-time jobs
and family responsibilities.
Ready to Start?
The need for skilled, compassionate aging care professionals is growing. Whether you're just starting out or looking to upskill, the ACP badge series helps you take the next step.
Earn your first badge today. Make a lasting impact tomorrow.