CONTINUING EDUCATION

Partnering with International Accreditor for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) organization, Competency Exchange offers CEUs and medical competency evaluations nationwide for learning events that comply with the ANS/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes the quality of continuing education and training.

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This course teaches recognition of elder, child, and domestic abuse, neglect, assault, and exploitation. It reviews mandatory reporting requirements outlined in the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) and state adult‑protective‑services laws.

This course explains the purpose and types of advance directives, including Living Wills, Medical Power of Attorney, and Do‑Not‑Resuscitate orders. It outlines patient rights under federal laws such as the Patient Self‑Determination Act (PSDA) and emphasizes the clinician’s role in honoring informed choices.

This course provides an in‑depth review of cardiac electrophysiology, rhythm interpretation, and recognition of complex dysrhythmias. It trains clinicians to rapidly identify life‑threatening arrhythmias and initiate appropriate interventions to improve patient outcomes.

This course covers the mechanisms, risk factors, and clinical recognition of adverse drug reactions across multiple medication classes. It emphasizes safe prescribing and monitoring practices aligned with the FDA Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance standards.

This inservice reviews the developmental, psychological, and physical needs of patients across the lifespan. It prepares caregivers to tailor communication, safety measures, and interventions according to each age group’s unique characteristics.

This course provides a foundational understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, including symptoms, progression, and care approaches. It emphasizes communication strategies, behavior management, and supportive techniques to improve quality of life for patients and caregivers. This inservice meets the 8-hour continuing education for state regulatory standards.

This inservice reviews sterile technique principles, contamination risks, and best practices for preventing healthcare‑associated infections. It reinforces compliance with CDC and OSHA infection‑control standards.

This inservice introduces the fundamentals of reading EKG rhythm strips and identifying common cardiac dysrhythmias. Learners gain confidence in recognizing potentially life‑threatening rhythms and understanding when immediate intervention is required.

This course prepares caregivers to recognize early warning signs of behavioral crises and apply safe, effective de‑escalation strategies. It also covers crisis planning, risk factors, and proper procedures for managing restraints and ensuring safety.

This course teaches proper blood glucose testing procedures, meter calibration, and interpretation of results for diabetic and critical‑care patients. It emphasizes quality control requirements and safe practices consistent with CLIA guidelines.

This course explains the safe handling, verification, and administration of blood products, including recognition of transfusion reactions. It incorporates regulatory expectations from the AABB Standards and the FDA Blood Products Regulations.

This course prepares CNAs to identify changes in patient condition and communicate concerns effectively to nursing staff. It emphasizes clinical judgment, timely escalation, and appropriate delegation pathways within the care team.

This inservice distinguishes between patient complaints and formal grievances and outlines required resolution processes. It incorporates expectations from CMS Conditions of Participation to ensure timely, compliant patient‑rights responses.

This course provides an overview of healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse, along with reporting responsibilities for all staff. It includes key federal regulations such as the False Claims Act, Anti‑Kickback Statute, and Stark Law.

This course summarizes updated COVID‑19 guidance, transmission, symptoms, and infection‑control practices. It aligns with recommendations from the CDC and federal public‑health emergency frameworks.

This course teaches principles of culturally responsive care, communication practices, and health‑belief awareness. It supports compliance with CLAS Standards (National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services).

This course focuses on understanding dementia‑related behaviors and enhancing communication with patients who have cognitive impairment. It provides practical, compassionate strategies to reduce agitation and improve daily interactions.

This course reviews assessment, medication management, dietary considerations, and complication prevention for hospitalized diabetic patients. It emphasizes evidence‑based nursing interventions to maintain glycemic control safely.

This inservice teaches accurate, timely, and defensible clinical documentation using objective language and standardized formats. It reflects legal expectations related to CMS documentation standards and protection of the medical record.

This inservice explores the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients nearing the end of life. It emphasizes compassionate support, symptom management, and honoring patient and family preferences.

This course on Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) is intended to describe the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), identify location, patients, exams, and conditions , recall transfers and EMTALA, recognize violations of EMTALA, and penalties.

This course reviews safety management, emergency preparedness, and hazard mitigation within healthcare facilities. It aligns with Joint Commission Environment of Care (EC) standards and OSHA safety requirements.

This training reviews common fall risk factors in healthcare settings and strategies for identifying high‑risk patients. It teaches evidence‑based interventions that reduce injuries, promote safety, and improve patient outcomes.

This course reviews the physiology of fetal heart rate patterns, monitoring techniques, and interpretation of tracings during labor. It aligns with standards outlined by ACOG and the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).

This course introduces ethical principles such as autonomy, beneficence, justice, and non‑maleficence as they apply to patient care. It incorporates guidelines from the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics.

This inservice provides an overview of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), including the Privacy Rule, Security Rule, Enforcement Rule, and HITECH Act. Learners gain clarity on patient rights, limitations on disclosures, and required organizational safeguards for protected health information.

This inservice teaches infection‑control procedures, including hand hygiene, PPE, and precautions for airborne, droplet-, and contact-pathogens. It includes requirements from the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, CDC handwashing guidelines, and Healthcare‑Associated Infection (HAI) prevention guidelines.

This inservice provides foundational instruction on preparing, administering, and monitoring IV medications and fluid therapies. It emphasizes safe practice consistent with USP <797> and facility medication‑administration policies.

This course focuses on titratable infusions and high‑alert medications used in critical care settings. It includes hemodynamic interpretation and safety standards aligned with ISMP (Institute for Safe Medication Practices) recommendations.

This inservice teaches scope‑appropriate IV insertion, maintenance, fluid therapy, and peripheral medication administration for LVN/LPNs. It adheres to state nurse‑practice‑act limitations and core standards of peripheral IV therapy.

This course covers advanced peripheral IV initiation, infusion management, complication prevention, and medication administration. It aligns with Infusion Nurses Society (INS) Standards of Practice.

This course reviews proper specimen handling, biohazard precautions, and safe lab practices. It incorporates OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, HazCom, and CLIA regulatory expectations.

This inservice teaches staff how to identify, prevent, and respond to latex‑allergy reactions in healthcare settings. It supports OSHA and CDC latex‑free environment recommendations.

This course outlines essential care principles for residents in long‑term care facilities, including activities of daily living, safety, and chronic‑disease support. It incorporates guidelines aligned with the CMS Long‑Term Care Requirements of Participation.

This inservice focuses on preventing medication errors through the Eight Rights of Medication Administration and safe drug‑handling procedures. It also reviews responsibilities for regulated substances under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).

This inservice focuses on preventing medication errors through the Eight Rights of Medication Administration and safe drug‑handling procedures. It also reviews responsibilities for regulated substances under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
This extended training covers common psychiatric conditions, crisis recognition, therapeutic communication, and behavioral‑health interventions. It helps caregivers support patients while complying with state mental‑health regulatory standards requiring 24 hours of continuing education.

This course provides an overview of depression, anxiety, dementia‑related behaviors, and therapeutic support strategies. It focuses on safety, communication, and caregiver resilience.

This course reviews pharmacologic agents, patient monitoring, and airway‑management responsibilities during moderate procedural sedation. It follows Joint Commission and ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) guidelines for safe sedation practice.

This course outlines The Joint Commission’s National Performance Goals and how they support patient safety and quality improvement. It highlights actionable steps healthcare workers can take to meet safety, communication, and care‑delivery standards.

This course outlines The Joint Commission’s National Performance Goals and how they support patient safety and quality improvement. It highlights actionable steps healthcare workers can take to meet safety, communication, and care‑delivery standards.

This course outlines The Joint Commission’s National Performance Goals and how they support patient safety and quality improvement. It highlights actionable steps healthcare workers can take to meet safety, communication, and care‑delivery standards.

This inservice explains the CMS Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS‑E) and its role in Medicare home‑health quality reporting. It teaches clinicians how to collect and document standardized patient data in accordance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.

This course provides an overview of OSHA standards designed to protect healthcare workers from workplace injuries and hazards. It covers safety culture, hazard communication, PPE, emergency planning, and regulatory compliance.

This inservice covers required OSHA Healthcare Safety Rrograms including Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, PPE, and emergency response. It aligns with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

This course reviews pain assessment, pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring of opioid therapies. It incorporates guidance from the CDC Opioid Prescribing Guidelines and ANA standards.

This course explains the purpose of CAHPS surveys and strategies to enhance communication, responsiveness, and patient‑centered care. It supports CMS quality initiatives and patient‑experience improvement programs.

This course explains the Patient Bill of Rights, including privacy, informed consent, emergency access, and nondiscrimination. It highlights rights protected under HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), EMTALA, Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA), Older Americans Act (OAA), and related Joint Commission standards.

This inservice provides an overview of common safety risks, error prevention strategies, and the culture of safety in healthcare settings. It incorporates Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals as the foundation for safe patient care.

This course teaches how to develop individualized plans of care based on assessment, goals, interventions, and evaluation. It reflects professional nursing standards and supports CMS documentation and care‑planning requirements.

This course reviews methods for identifying performance gaps, using data to drive improvement, and implementing evidence‑based solutions. It includes principles from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) and supports continuous organizational improvement.

This inservice covers safe handling of radiologic equipment, minimizing exposure, and protecting patients and staff from radiation risks. It aligns with NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) and OSHA radiation‑protection regulations.

This course teaches early recognition of clinical deterioration and the steps for activating and participating in rapid‑response and code‑blue events. It supports AHA‑aligned response principles and team communication protocols.

This course provides nurses with fundamental respiratory‑care concepts, including airway management, oxygen delivery systems, aerosol therapy, bronchodilator administration, and ventilatory support principles. It emphasizes safe practice aligned with AARC (American Association for Respiratory Care) Clinical Practice Guidelines and reinforces accurate assessment, escalation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This course focuses on de‑escalation strategies, behavioral assessment, and alternatives to restraint use during crisis situations. It supports a restraint‑free care philosophy aligned with CMS, Joint Commission, and trauma‑informed‑care principles.

This course explains the safe, legal, and appropriate use of physical and chemical restraints, including documentation and monitoring requirements. It reflects CMS Conditions of Participation, Joint Commission restraint standards, and emphasizes minimizing restraint use whenever possible.

This course introduces risk‑management principles, incident reporting, Just Culture, and essential legal concepts such as negligence and malpractice. It covers regulatory requirements related to the Do Not Use Abbreviation List, documentation standards, and liability considerations.

This inservice covers safe food storage, preparation, and distribution to prevent foodborne illness. It follows FDA Food Code and CDC food‑safety guidelines.

This training teaches body mechanics and lifting techniques that prevent injuries during patient transfers and repositioning. It also reviews mechanical lift devices, assessment steps, and safety practices to protect both patients and staff. It supports OSHA’s general safety requirements and industry standards.

This course teaches the Situation‑Background‑Assessment‑Recommendation (SBAR) technique for structured clinical communication. It improves clarity, safety, and teamwork during hand‑offs and escalations.

This inservice reviews the causes of scald injuries, risk‑reduction strategies, and emergency first‑aid measures. It reinforces facility safety programs and state elder‑and‑child protection standards.

This course explains workplace sexual harassment, including Quid Pro Quo and Hostile Work Environment harassment, and outlines the impact on victims and organizational culture. It reviews legal protections under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and anti‑retaliation requirements enforced by the EEOC.

This course teaches skin assessment basics, pressure‑injury prevention, repositioning, and moisture management. It supports CMS pressure‑injury prevention expectations and evidence‑based caregiving strategies.

This course covers signs of substance misuse, withdrawal indicators, and safe patient‑care considerations. It includes regulatory references such as the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and reporting responsibilities.

This course reviews suicide‑risk factors, screening tools, and intervention steps using evidence‑based protocols. It aligns with Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG 15.01.01) for suicide prevention.

This inservice covers sterile technique, prevention of malignant hyperthermia, and adherence to the surgical Universal Protocol for wrong‑site/wrong‑procedure prevention. It reflects AORN and Joint Commission standards.

This course explains the maintenance, flushing, troubleshooting, and complication prevention for central lines and other vascular devices. It aligns with INS and CDC central‑line infection‑prevention guidelines.

This course reviews ventilator modes, alarm troubleshooting, patient assessment, and prevention of ventilator‑associated complications. It incorporates CDC VAP prevention and critical‑care nursing standards.

This course teaches recognition, response, and survival strategies for workplace violence, active‑shooter events, and biological threats. It includes principles from OSHA’s Workplace Violence Prevention guidance and Stop the Bleed protocols.

This course introduces wound assessment, staging, treatment options, and selection of evidence‑based dressings. It aligns with WOCN (Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society) guidelines and CMS wound‑care expectations.