Long Term Care Administrator with Doctor

Long Term Care Administration

Certificate

Make a difference in a fast-growing healthcare field. This post-graduate certificate is designed for students who have earned a bachelor’s degree and want to become licensed long-term care administrators. At San Jac, you’ll complete state-required coursework and an administrator-in-training internship that prepares you for state and national licensing exams.

Why Long Term Care Administration?

Be part of a rewarding career making a difference in the lives of others.
Support quality care

Support quality care for others

Play an important role in improving the lives of older adults and individuals who need long-term support by helping ensure safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.
Prepare for leadership in healthcare

Leadership in healthcare

Develop the management, regulatory, and operational skills needed to lead teams, oversee facilities, and support quality outcomes in long-term care settings.
Build in-demand specialized skills

Build in-demand, specialized skills

Gain knowledge in healthcare regulations, ethics, finance, staffing, and compliance that is highly valued in long-term care and healthcare administration.
Advance your career

Prepare for a growing sector

As the population ages, the demand for skilled long-term care administrators continues to grow, creating stable and meaningful career opportunities.


Careers

Administrative Services Managers
$104,842
Medical and Health Services Managers
$119,648
Program Director, Hospice & Palliative Care
$153,183

 Opportunities

You’ll be able to manage the business and administrative aspects of residential care for the elderly and chronically ill, including:

  • Nursing homes
  • Assisted living facilities
  • Retirement communities
  • Hospices

 Locations

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Salary Source: Texas Wages

 

 

DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

Long Term Care Administration, Advanced Technical Certificate Online Option

Certificate
Get the classes needed to meet the NAB licensing requirements to become a long term care administrator. Upon completion, you'll have the education and internships needed to apply for the national and state exams.
Length 1.5 Years

If you're studying part-time, you can complete the
26 credits for this certificate in three terms.

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Advance Your Career

  1. Pass the State Licensing Exam

    The state licensing exam is offered through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). To take the state exam, you’ll need to:

    • Complete 15 semester credit hours of coursework
    • Complete a 1,000-hour administrator-in-training (AIT) internship with a HHSC-approved preceptor in a licensed nursing home with a minimum of 60 beds
    The San Jac Long Term Care Administration program meets both these requirements.

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  2. Pass the National Licensing Exam

    Texas also requires that you successfully complete a national exam for licensure in the state of Texas. The national exam is administered by HHSC on behalf of the National Association of Boards of Examiners for Long Term Care Administration (NAB). NAB also requires you to complete certain topics of study as part of, or in addition to, a bachelor’s degree.

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Applying to San Jac

Sounds great, but how do I apply?

Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San Jac. We’ll guide you through the process and help you start building your future, today.
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Your Questions Answered

Big decision, simple answers. Let’s clear it up.
The Long Term Care Administration Advanced Technical Certificate prepares you for roles such as assistant administrator, nursing home administrator, long-term care administrator, facility manager, department supervisor, and other leadership positions in long-term care and assisted living settings.

No. This program is open to anyone who holds at least a bachelor’s degree and wants to take the state licensing exam. The exam is offered through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). The degree should be in business, business management, health care administration, nursing, or a closely related field.

Yes. This program meets the education and internship requirements. It also ensures you complete the coursework required to qualify for the state licensing exam and meet professional standards.

In Texas, you must also pass a national exam for licensure. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) administers this exam on behalf of the National Association of Boards of Examiners for Long Term Care Administration (NAB). NAB requires completion of specific coursework as part of, or in addition to, a bachelor’s degree. This program helps you meet those educational requirements.

Questions regarding licensure and state exam requirements should be directed to https://www.hhs.texas.gov/.

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Contact Us

Got questions? Reach out to via phone or email LTCAprogram@sjcd.edu and we’ll help make sure you’re choosing the right program for you.
Kira Beal
DC, Health Sciences/ProgDirOTA
Email
Kira.Beal@sjcd.edu
Phone
(281) 998-6150x3086
Location
South