Activity Director

Course Description

This course is designed to provide basic training to individuals desiring to become an Activity Director in a healthcare related setting, such as long term care or assisted living facilities or adult care homes. This course follows the state approved course outline including (1) an overview of the Activity Director profession, (2) Human Development and the Aging Process, (3) Standards of Practice, (4) Activity Care Planning, and (5) Methods of Service Delivery. Persons completing the entire 60 hours of training become qualified to work as an Activity Director in a Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility.

Call 336.761.1002 to register.

Requirements

  • High school diploma / GED / official transcript.  Must present at time of registration.

Estimated Cost

  • Registration: $175.00
  • Liability Insurance: $18.00 (nonrefundable, valid for one year)
  • Lab Fee: $5.00
  • Parking Permit: $15.00
  • Total (approximate): $213.00 + Books
  • Books
    • Long Term Care for Activity Professionals and Recreational Therapists (6th Ed)
      • OPTIONAL BOOKS (recommended but not required):
      • Activities Keep Me Going & Going… Volume A
      • Activities Keep Me Going & Going… Volume B

* all prices are subject to change

Contact the bookstore (336.734.7754) for current textbook prices.