The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) would like to clarify and provide guidance on the specific time requirements for when performing background checks on veteran staff (staff with longevity) in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities. Read the full Dear Provider Letter now.
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RCS Webinar: ALF Pilot-Investigation of Facility Reported Incidents
June 12 | Zoom
RCS Survey Agency: Summer Forum (Skilled Nursing) (Assisted Living)
June 24 | Zoom
WHCA Webinar: Preparing SN & AL Facilities for the Organics Management Laws
July 9 | Zoom
WHCA + IHCA 2026 Fall Conference – Save the Date!
September 14-16 | Spokane
NCCAP’s Activity Director Certification (ADC) Course
The ADC course is self-paced and provides the educational foundation required for individuals seeking eligibility to apply for NCCAP’s ADC credential. This credential meets the professional standards of practice to lead, manage, and direct an activities and life enrichment department and evaluate its effectiveness. The ADC credential helps ensure compliance with F680 – the CMS requirements for nursing facility activity professional qualifications.
ADC course registration includes the national ADC certification exam, a two-year recognition of the NCCAP ADC credential upon successfully completing the exam with a score of 70 percent or higher, and a two-year membership in the National Association of Activity Professionals.
AHCA/NCAL members receive a $200 discount off the regular $999 price on NCCAP’s nationally recognized MEPAP ADC training and certification program when they use promo code AHCA at registration. The exclusive AHCA promo code is the only way to obtain the $200 discount. Email NCCAP at [email protected] or call 757-552-0653 with any questions about the ADC program or getting approved CEs for activity director continuing education.
