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Online training

Online training approved for AFH providers is noted below, along with the number of approved contact hours for continuing education credits. Various training offerings are available on-line at your own pace and others are delivered via scheduled Web presentation sessions.

Online trainings must be taken by one person at one computer. More than one person per computer is not allowed.

Online training options:

DHS Learning Center
DHS Video Learning
Oregon DD Coalition
Other Vendors
Webinars

DHS Learning Center

Many DHS Learning Center classes are not approved for the adult foster home care setting. Please verify the training you wish to take has been approved for adult foster home providers' continuing education by checking the list of approved online training below. Visit the Learning Center for class schedules or to register. Once your "learner profile" is established with the Learning Center, select::

1. Courses and Registration; then
2. Find a Course & Register; then
3. Type in the title in the Topic Field on the upper left hand corner; then
4. Finish Registering.

Need more help?
Download the Learning Center registration instructions

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

NetLink has been upgraded and now supports all operating systems including Mac OS's. Additionally, it now supports most browsers.

Title	Dates	Contact hours	Approved for APD	Approved for DD	Approved for AMH
Netlink: Fatal Four & 9-1-1	02/15/2012 06/05/2012	2	apd *	dd *	amh *
Aspiration, constipation, dehydration, and seizures can lead to serious complications and possibly death for the clients we serve. Learn the importance of sharing written information with the client care team that communicates that specific person's presenting risk. 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Register
Spread the Word, Not the Germs	Anytime Self-paced	.5	apd *	dd *	amh *
A short online self-paced presentation on proper hand washing and coughing techniques. Content is very timely and will help reduce the spread of germs. Register
Netlink: Spotlight on Infection Control	Varies	1	apd *	dd *	amh *
Learn common sense practices that will minimize your risk of exposure to infection and minimize the risk of spreading infection to those in your care. Also included are sections on H1N1, MRSA, Norovirus and the proper usage of antibiotics. It is strongly recommended that you take a pre-requisite course: H1N1: Spread the Word Not the Germs prior to Spotlight on Infection Control. H1N1: Spread the Word Not the Germs is a 15-minute self-paced on-line training, listed above. Register
Netlink: RN Delegation for CBC Providers	Varies	4	apd *	dd *	amh *
Learn the factors that go into the RN delegation decision, what the RN can and can not delegate, what a delegation should look like from the provider's perspective, documentation, and when to end the delegation. Register
Netlink: Basics of Infection Control	03/13/2012 05/09/2012 09/04/2012 10/02/2012	2	apd *	dd *	amh *
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Register
Netlink: The Six Rights to Safe Medication Administration	08/07/2012 12/11/2012	2	apd *	dd *	amh *
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Register

* = approved

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DHS Video Learning

Title	Contact hours	Approved for APD	Approved for DD	Approved for AMH
Medication Management -- Oregon Community Based Care (must review all 5 videos) Approved for AMH and DD through: 12/19/2012 Medication Management PDF	1	n/a	dd*	amh*
Take These Broken Wings: Recovery From Schizophrenia Without Medication -- Robert Whitaker - Available at local library or purchase on line from various vendors (cost may vary) Approved for AMH through: 12/12/2012	1.25	n/a	n/a	amh*
Fires of the Mind: Flight From Despair, Depression and Mania -- Discovery Channel - Available at local library or purchase on line from various vendors (cost may vary) Approved for AMH through: 12/12/2012	1	n/a	n/a	amh*
Anatomy of an Epidemic -- Robert Whitaker - Available at local library or purchase on line from various vendors (cost may vary) Approved for AMH through: 12/12/2012	3	n/a	n/a	amh*
The Released -- Frontline PBS - Available at local library or purchase on line from various vendors (cost may vary) Approved for AMH through: 12/12/2012	1	n/a	n/a	amh*
Flight from Darkness: An Exploration into Bi-Polar Disorder -- Trevor Grant - Available at local library or purchase on line from various vendors (cost may vary) Approved for AMH through: 12/12/2012	1	n/a	n/a	amh*

* = approved

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Oregon Developmental Disabilities Coalition

Title	Contact hours	Approved for APD	Approved for DD	Approved for AMH
Building Social Capitol - DD Approved through: 10/24/2012	2	n/a	dd *	n/a
Disability is Natural - DD Approved through: 10/24/2012	3	n/a	dd *	n/a
The Importance of Belonging - DD Approved through: 10/24/2012	2.5	n/a	dd *	n/a

* = approved

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Other Vendors

Title	Contact hours	Approved for APD	Approved for DD	Approved for AMH
The following nine self-study courses are approved ( as indicated below) through 4/23/13, and can be accessed online at www.QuantumUnitsEd.com
Alzheimer's Disease Cost: $21	7	apd*	dd*	n/a
Alzheimer's Disease – Translating New Knowledge Cost: $27	9	apd*	dd*	n/a
End of Life Care Cost: $12	4	apd*	dd*	n/a
Suicide Prevention and Suicide and the Elderly Cost: $9	3	apd*	n/a	n/a
What is HIV? cost: Free	2	apd*	dd*	amh*
Mentally Healthy Aging Cost: $6	2	apd*	dd*	amh*
Bloodborne Pathogens Hepatitis A,B,C and HIV Cost: $6	2	apd*	dd*	amh*
Domestic Abuse Later in Life Cost: $30	10	apd*	n/a	n/a
Older Adults and Mental Health Cost: $24	8	apd*	dd*	amh*
The following nine MedCEU.com online courses are approved as indicated. Each course is approved through 3/19/13. Prices start at $8.99 for an annual subscription and are subject to change: All are available at www.medceu.com
Constipation	1	n/a	dd*	amh*
Urinary tract Infections	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Stroke	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Parkinson's Disease	3	apd*	dd*	n/a
Head Trauma Dementia	3	apd*	dd*	n/a
Food Allergies	2	n/a	dd*	amh*
Pain Management	2	n/a	dd*	amh*
Bladder Control	1	n/a	dd*	amh*
Gastroesophogeal Reflux	1	n/a	dd*	amh*
The following three courses are approved as indicated. Annual subscriptions start at $8.99, course costs may vary. All are available at www.medceu.com
Insomnia	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Osteoporosis	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Personality Disorder	2	n/a	n/a	amh*
The Common Cold - online course Approved for all providers Cost: subscription prices start at $8.99 To purchase go to: www.medceu.com	2	apd*	dd*	amh*
Bi-Polar Disorder - online course Approved for AMH and DD providers 1 credit hour Cost: subscription prices start at $8.99 To purchase go to: www.medceu.com	1	n/a	dd*	amh*
Schizophrenia - online course Approved for AMH providers 2 credit hours Cost: subscription prices start at $8.99 To purchase go to: www.medceu.com	2	n/a	n/a	amh*
Aging and Long Term Care - online course: Approved for APD through 2/13/13 Cost: $39.00 To register: www.NetCE.com course #9935	3	apd*	n/a	n/a
Diabetes Type 2 - online course: Approved for DD providers through 2/6/13 Cost: $42.00 To access: www.wildirismedical.com	7	n/a	dd*	n/a
Activities & Enrichment: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Advanced Memory Care - Creating Moments of Joy: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Advances in Concussion and Traumatic Brain Issues – A Collaborative team Approach: www.ahceducation.com Online Course, approved through 11/14/12 Cost: $169, note cost may fluctuate depending on number of participants	8	apd*	n/a	n/a
Alzheimer's Disease: www.wildirismedicaleducation.com Approved through 05/23/2012	4	apd*	dd*	n/a
Alzheimer's & Memory Care: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Arthritis, Understanding the Basics of: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 06/06/2012	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Caregiver Training: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Communicating with Cognitively Impaired Patients: www.rn.org Approved through 12/14/2011	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Cultural Competence in Healthcare: www.rn.org Approved through 12/14/2011	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Customer Service: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Dementia Patients Don't Act the Way They're Supposed To: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 05/31/2012	2.5	apd*	dd*	n/a
Diabetes: An Overview for AFC Providers: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 05/31/2012	2	apd*	dd*	n/a
Diabetes and Psychological Disorders, A review of: www.myfreece.com Approved through 11/15/2011	2	apd*	dd*	n/a
Elder Abuse: Protecting the Elderly, Your Business and Yourself www.AFC-CE.com Cost: FREE Trial class to AFH providers / $50 annual subscription Approved through 06/10/2012	1.5	apd*	dd*	n/a
End of Life Care: www.wildirismedical.com Cost: $35 Approved through 09/12/2012	5	apd*	dd*	n/a
End of Life including Hospice: www.rn.org Approved through 02/14/2012	2	apd*	n/a	n/a
Ethical Issues in Aging - PHL207: www.pcc.online Cost: $20 Approved through 2/14/2012	4	apd*	n/a	n/a
Falls and the Older Adult: www.myfreece.com Approved through 11/15/2011	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Fire Safety - online course: Approved for all provider types .5 credit hours Cost: Free To access go to : www.SafetySkills.com	.5	apd *	dd *	amh *
Food Handler's Card/Certificate, Multnomah County: http://www2.co.multnomah.or.us/foodhandlercard/ Cost: $10 Approved through 2/22/2012	1	apd *	dd *	amh *
Food Handler's Card/Certificate, Oregon: www.orfoodhandlers.com Cost: $10 Approved through 2/14/2012	1	apd*	dd*	amh*
Gout: The Devil is Biting my Toe: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 06/06/2012	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Grief and Bereavement: www.medceu.com Approved through 12/14/2011	1	apd *	dd *	amh *
HIV/AIDS, Understanding: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Incontinency: Controlling the Uncontrolled: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: FREE TRIAL / $50 annual subscription Approved through 06/06/2012	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Infection and Infectious Disease Control: www.medceu.com Approved through 5/12/2012	12	apd *	dd *	amh*
Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters: The Alzheimer's Association: http://elearning.alz.org/ Approved through 4/25/2012	.75	apd *	dd *	n/a
Leg Cramps: A Discussion on Causes and Cures: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 06/06/2012	1	apd*	dd*	n/a
Lessons in Leadership: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Living with brain Injury and Thriving in Changing Times: www.ahceducation.com Online course, approved through 11/14/12 Cost: $169.00, note cost may fluctuate depending on number of participants.	8	apd*	n/a	n/a
Medical Errors: www.QuantumUnitsED.com Online course approved through 11/14/12 Cost: $8.	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Medication Training: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Multi-Drug Resistant Organisms: www.wildirismedical.com Cost: $10 Approved through 09/12/2012	1	apd*	dd*	amh*
Nutrition 2011: www.medceu.com Approved through 01/10/2012	5	apd*	dd*	amh*
Older Adults and Mental Health: www.QuantumUnitsED.com Online course, approved through 11/14/12 Cost: $24	8	apd*	n/a	n/a
Older Adults and their Care: www.wildirismedical.com Cost $39 Approved through 09/12/2012	6	apd*	dd*	n/a
Osteoporosis: The Silent Thief: www.AFC-CE.com Cost: $10 per credit / $50 annual subscription Approved through 05/31/2012	2	apd*	dd*	n/a
Pressure Ulcer Assessment and Treatment: www.wildirismedical.com Cost: $18 Approved through 09/12/2012	2	apd*	dd*	n/a
Preventing Falls in the Elderly – online course: Approved for APD providers through 3/12/13 1 credit hour Cost: Free To access: lms.nurse.com	1	apd*	n/a	n/a
Safety: aQuire training solutions Approved through 1/13/2013	See approved course list
Schizophrenia: http://www.medceu.com/ Cost: requires membership to MedCEU - starting at $8.99, price subject to change.	2	n/a	n/a	n/a
Sleep and Medication Challenges, Aging: www.myfreece.com Approved through 11/15/2011	3	apd*	n/a	n/a
Strategies for Teaching Individuals with Developmental Disabilities - Part 1: www.cequick.com/myein/AAIDD/default.asp Cost: $9.00 Approved for DD only through 7/5/2012	3	n/a	dd*	n/a
Strategies for Teaching Individuals with Developmental Disabilities - Part 2: www.cequick.com/myein/AAIDD/default.asp Cost: $9.00 Approved for DD only through 7/5/2012	3	n/a	dd*	n/a
Stress and Stress Management To access: http://www.medceu.com Cost: Yearly subscription, prices starting at $18.99 and subject to change Approved for all providers through 1/30/13	3	apd*	dd*	amh*
The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease The Alzheimer's Association: http://elearning.alz.org/ Approved through 4/25/2012	.75	apd*	dd*	n/a
Various courses - See approved course list American Association of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)	Varies	n/a	dd	n/a
What is HIV?: www.QuantumUnitsED.com Online course, approved through 11/14/12 Cost: $12 (sometimes offered free of charge)	2	apd*	n/a	n/a
IS-55 Household Hazardous Materials - A Guide for Citizens Approved for all AFH providers through 5/14/13 Cost: Free To access go to http://emilms.fema.gov/is55/index.html	1	apd*	dd*	amh*

* = approved

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Webinars

Title

Contact hours

Approved for APD

Approved for DD

Approved for AMH

Hardwired to Belong

2 credit hours

n/a

dd*

n/a

Date: May 18, 2012

Time: 9:30 - 11:30

Register: http://conta.cc/HmJNMO

Page updated: May 21, 2012

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