Description: This class is designed to provide the necessary training and required certification for individuals seeking to become Certified Activity Directors in a long term care facility. The course is designed to prepare participants to lead the development, implementation and supervision of activity programs for long term care residents. 

Continuing Education Units: Continuing Education Units are not offered for the Activity Director Certification. A Certified Activity Director certificate, however, will be given to all participants at the conclusion of the course.

Course Objectives Include:

• Prepare participants to become Certified Activity Directors 

• Provide a variety of activity ideas to promote individualized care planning

• Create support network of Activity Directors among facilities in Arkansas  

Prerequisites: 

• At least 18 years old

• Pay full tuition before class begins

• Attend all scheduled classes