Nursing Home Administration

What you'll learn

Advance to leadership in elder care with this Nursing Home Administration microcredential! You will gain the essential skills needed to fulfill the educational component of the Department of Health's requirement for the Nursing Home Administrator Licensure Program in New York State. Explore the complexities of healthcare ethics and law, master financial management for healthcare organizations, and study all aspects of nursing home administration, including operational management, finance, residential care, and environmental management. You will also gain essential skills in human resources, including recruitment, training, motivation, performance appraisal, and compensation. This microcredential is tailored for working professionals holding a bachelor's degree and relevant nursing home management experience. Successful completion of this microcredential provides the essential 15 hours of nursing-home-specific education to meet New York State's licensure criteria. Once you have met all licensing requirements, you will be ready to apply for administrator positions.

An online microcredential from SUNY Canton (12 credits). Registration is completed with SUNY Canton. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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