Live Webinars
Live Webinars
MHCA offers educational opportunities via webinars each month. We also partner with Proactive Medical Review and AHCA affiliates to offer webinars focusing on hot-topics in long-term care. Prior presentation documents also available.
For one flat fee the facility may have an unlimited number of participants viewing the webinar on one computer/device . Please be aware that you will receive only 1 log-in credential per registration, if more than one log-in credential is needed for CEUs, viewing purposes, etc., a separate registration will need to be submitted and invoiced accordingly.
To inquire about becoming a speaker for an MHCA-hosted webinar, please contact Karina Schnieders.
MDS Training
RAI Process from Start to Finish
Please click on your preferred virtual course date for full details and to register:
December 10-11, 2024 | Live Virtual Workshop
2025 Dates:
February 19-20, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
May 6-7, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
August 13-14, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
October 8-9, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
December 10-11, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
Purpose:
This virtual workshop will look at the RAI process from beginning to end and at each item of the MDS. The MDS is used for both a clinical and a financial assessment and will discuss the rules on scheduling these assessments and meeting the clinical & financial requirements. This includes a basic understanding of PDPM and how it correlates within the RAI process. This virtual workshop reviews how to gain access to and read the MDS reports from CASPER to self-audit your RAI process and look at your QMs. This workshop is designed for the MDS Coordinator and Care Plan Coordinator, or for the DON or ADM who needs a better understanding of the complexity of the RAI Process.
14.0 Admin hours available
Medicare from Start to Finish
Please click on your preferred virtual course date for full details and to register:
January 16, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
March 20, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
July 10, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
September 11, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
November 6, 2025 | Live Virtual Workshop
Purpose:
This virtual workshop will review the SNF QRP reports from CASPER that provides information about the Medicare Part A stays in your SNF. It will also explore factors impacting SNF PPS assessment schedule, PDPM basics, and consolidating billing that can impact the financial facet of the facility. It also explains Medicare eligibility, coverage, and skilling criteria. The completion of the MDS is becoming more difficult and confusing, this workshop will help clear up the confusion surrounding this process. This workshop is geared towards those individuals working in long‐term care who have a leadership role such as ADM, DON, ADON, or MDS Coordinator.
7.5 Admin hours available
Social Service Designee Workshop
Social Service Designee Workshop
During the allotted time of 30 days, participants will receive training and insight to working in the Social Services department of a long-term care facility.
Online Social Service Designee Workshop – FAQs
Cost:
- MHCA Members – $290*
- Non-Members – $420*
- *Price does not include the required textbook (see below for book details)Course fees MUST be paid in full before the course begins in order for the registered student to be enrolled in the course.
Cancellations must be received by the Friday before class starts in order to be issued a refund. Please note the email address used for this course MUST be a unique address belonging to the student! This can be a personal email address. The course system maintains information on all prior students – a single email address cannot be used more than once for subsequent students.
Textbook: Long Term Care for Activity Professionals, Social Services Professionals & Recreational Therapists
8th Edition Authors: Martini / Weeks / Wirth ISBN: 978-1-61158-067-9
This textbook is required for participation in the online course. The book can be purchased through MHCA directly during registration, or from the publishing company, Idyll Arbor, Inc. - *Price does not include the required textbook (see below for book details)Course fees MUST be paid in full before the course begins in order for the registered student to be enrolled in the course.
The course is four weeks long and offered monthly. Students are provided an allotted amount of time to complete each part of the required course work. There are no dedicated days or times that they must be online.
Please choose your preferred course date below to register:
2024 Class Dates
2025 Class Dates:
- January 7 – February 4, 2025
- February 4 – March 4, 2025
- March 4 – April 1, 2025
- April 1 – April 29, 2025
- May 6 – June 3, 2025
- June 3 – July 1, 2025
- July 1 – July 29, 2025
- August 5 – September 2, 2025
- September 2 – September 30, 2025
- October 7 – November 4, 2025
- November 4 – December 2, 2025
- December 2 – December 30, 2025
Participants will receive training and insight to working in the Social Services department of a long term care facility. This course will discuss the philosophy of long term care, the settings in which a Social Services Designee works and the demographics of the people they serve. Students will learn the aging process and understand the role and function of this position. Upon successful completion, the student will have met the requirements as outlined in the Department of Health and Senior Services Rules & Regulations.
Online Workshop Requirements
- Computer & Internet Access
- Valid Email Address, which MUST be unique to the individual student – the course system maintains information on all prior students, an email address cannot be re-used for future students.
- Course fees must be paid in full prior to enrollment
Activity Director Workshop
Activity Director Workshop
During the allotted time of 30 days, participants will learn how to identify the activity needs of residents as well as design programs to maintain and/or increase the residents’ capability of activities in daily living.
Online Activity Director Workshop – FAQs
Cost:
- MHCA Members – $290*
- Non-Members – $420*
- *Price does not include the required textbook (see below for book details)Course fees MUST be paid in full before the course begins in order for the registered student to be enrolled in the course.
Cancellations must be received by the Friday before class starts in order to be issued a refund. Please note the email address used for this course MUST be a unique address belonging to the student! This can be a personal email address. The course system maintains information on all prior students – a single email address cannot be used more than once for subsequent students.
Textbook: Long Term Care for Activity Professionals, Social Services Professionals & Recreational Therapists
8th Edition Authors: Martini / Weeks / Wirth ISBN: 978-1-61158-067-9
This textbook is required for participation in the online course. The book can be purchased through MHCA directly during registration, or from the publishing company, Idyll Arbor, Inc. - *Price does not include the required textbook (see below for book details)Course fees MUST be paid in full before the course begins in order for the registered student to be enrolled in the course.
The course is four weeks long and offered monthly. Students are provided an allotted amount of time to complete each part of the required course work. There are no dedicated days or times that they must be online.
Please choose your preferred course date below to register:
2024 Class Dates
2025 Class Dates
- February 4 – March 4, 2025
- March 4 – April 1, 2025
- April 1 – April 29, 2025
- May 6 – June 3, 2025
- June 3 – July 1, 2025
- July 1 – July 29, 2025
- August 5 – September 2, 2025
- September 2 – September 30, 2025
- October 7 – November 4, 2025
- November 4 – December 2, 2025
- December 2 – December 30, 2025
Participants will learn how to identify the activity needs of residents as well as design programs to maintain and/or increase the residents’ capability of activities in daily living. Upon successful completion, attendees will have met the Missouri State requirements to be an Activity Director in a long term care setting and will receive a Certificate of Attendance from the Missouri Health Care Association. The online syllabus has been approved by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Section for Long Term Care Regulation.
Online Workshop Requirements
- Computer & Internet Access
- Valid Email Address, which MUST be unique to the individual student – the course system maintains information on all prior students, an email address cannot be re-used for future students.
- Course fees must be paid in full prior to enrollment
Certification Courses
Certification Courses
MHCA, in partnership with Staff Development Solutions, is pleased to bring the certification process through e-learning to nursing facilities, CNAs, administrators, and other long-term care professionals.
** To ensure proper enrollment, be sure to enter “mhca” in the coupon-code box for any course you select.
For any questions regarding the courses offered or for technical support please call 573-634-5345 ext. 2 for assistance.
MHCA, in partnership with MO Association of Nursing Home Administrators (MANHA) and Staff Development Solutions, is pleased to bring the certification process through e-learning to nursing facilities, Administrators, and other long-term care professionals. Providing best-in-class certification courses that are affordable, convenient and compliant. We understand the importance of convenience. Access all of our programs online from your home or office. Our programs are comprehensive and deliver all the training your staff needs.
- Certified Nursing Assistant – This course is designed to instruct the student in basic nursing procedures under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- CMT Training Course – The CMT course shall be prescribed by the department in order to prepare individuals for employment as certified medication technicians in intermediate care facilities and skilled nursing facilities (ICF/SNF).
- Train the Trainer Courses – These courses will provide the certification you need to be a supervisor, instructor or examiner.
- CNA Instructor 4-Hour Required Update
- Clinical Supervisor
- CMT and Insulin Instructor/Examiner, Rev. 4
- CNA Instructor/Examiner
- Insulin Instructor/Examiner
- Level 1 Medication Aide and Insulin Instructor/Examiner
- RNA – This program will prepare the experienced CNA to take the final Restorative Examination and achieve certification.
- L1MA – This course meets the MO DHSS regulations for the classroom portion of the Level 1 Medication Aide.
- L1MA Bi-Annual Update – The MO required L1MA 2-year update.
- Insulin – This program meets the MO DHSS requirements for certified L1MAs and CMTs to meet the training, testing and certification to administer insulin injections.
- Feeding Assistant – This program meets the requirements for non-certified nursing personnel to assist and feed residents.
- Social Service Designee – 24-hour course designed to prepare an individual to fulfill the role of Social Service Designee.
- ALF Assessor Certification – This program meets the MO requirements for becoming an approved ALF Assessment Coordinator.
- MO Administrator Study Course – This module is designed to prepare for the MO Nursing Home Administrator Licensure.
- NHA MO State Study course
- RCAL MO State Study course
- Administration National Study Course – This module is designed to prepare for the National Nursing Home Administrator Licensure.
- NHA National Study course
- RCAL National Study Course
- Administrator CEU courses – This module offers 24 courses to provide the training you need to be a successful administrator at your facility.
For any questions regarding the courses offered or for technical support
please call 573-634-5345 ext. 2 for assistance.
CEUSrEZ
CEUSrEZ
MHCA has partnered with CEUSrEZ to provide discounted CE courses. Get 20% off NAB approved, learn at your own pace online course.
NAB Preceptor Training
NAB Preceptor Training
This online training program for Preceptors is divided into four unique modules of education. Each module will be work 1.25 NAB-Approved CEs. No charge for these programs.
ahcancalED
ahcancalED, Webinars On-Demand, and Upcoming Webinars
AHCA/NCAL provides free webinars as a way for our members to gain important industry knowledge in your own facility, office or home by participating in an effective learning opportunity for the long term care professional. With little time to spare, participating in Webinars allow you to stay up-to-date on the latest in our industry and further your knowledge and professional development in a convenient and time efficient manner. Webinars will be archived so that they can be accessed by AHCA/NCAL members in the event that they are unable to participate in the live webinar. Access to the archived webinars is free of charge. Visit the upcoming webinars page to browse to signup for future live webinars.
AHCA/NCAL offers topics that are approved for CEs and that can be completed online. Please chose from the following options.
IPCO Training
IPCO Training
Infection Preventionist Specialized Training – IPCO Version 2. AHCA Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO) is a specialized course of study for healthcare professionals who desire to serve as Infection Preventionists (IPs) as established in the CMS Reform of Requirements of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities. Through this program, individuals will be specially trained to effectively implement and manage an Infection Prevention and Control Program in a nursing center.