Welcome to Community Training Connection!

4:30pm - 8:30pm Evening Class!   Infection Control in Residential Care (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care for Elderly No Group Home/STRTP Accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses Residents and staff in long-term care facilities are at higher risk of infection than the average population. Infections acquired in healthcare settings account for more than 380,000 deaths annually. Infections add to health care costs, increase hospitalizations, and lead to diminished quality of life for residents. Infection control is one of the primary goals of care in a residential facility. This two-hour course reviews the regulatory requirements for infection prevention and the role of the Infection Control Lead.   Regulations: What's New This Year? (2 CEUs) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This comprehensive course delivers timely, practical updates on newly enacted Assembly and Senate bills that directly affect operations, compliance, staffing, funding, and resident rights. From workforce protections and licensing reforms to funding shifts and regulatory requirements, you’ll gain clear insights into the legal landscape shaping community care today — empowering you to lead with confidence, protect your clients, and ensure your program remains compliant and future-ready. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   No More Errors - Leveling Up Your Medication Safety (5 CEUs) 8:00am - 1:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) This 5-hour course offers an overview of common medication errors, their root causes, and effective strategies to minimize risk. Participants will learn about frequent types of errors and explore ways to prevent them. The goal is to improve medication safety, increase staff accountability, and support better health outcomes for our residents.   Regulations: Keeping Your Cool with Title 22 (3 CEUs) 1:30pm - 4:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This 3-hour course focuses on the laws, regulations, policies, and procedural standards of Title 22. We’ll cover key topics such as facility licensure, the physical environment, marketing, and the acceptance and retention of residents. It also addresses staffing, including employment law, training, and best practices for staff retention.   Traumatic Brain Injury: Caring with Knowledge and Confidence (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This two‐hour provides a comprehensive overview of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), designed for caregivers and administrators in residential care community settings. Participants will gain the knowledge needed to recognize and effectively support individuals living with TBI. Read more

4:30pm - 7:30pm Evening Class!   Dementia: Daily Solutions (1 CEU) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care for Elderly No Group Home/STRTP Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This course explores the impact of dementia on behavior, offering practical tools for managing behaviors such as aggression, wandering, repetitive actions, and sundowning. Participants will learn about the ABC Model for responding to dementia-related behaviors, as well as strategies for fall prevention and supporting individuals in daily activities like dressing, bathing, and eating. The course also provides guidance on addressing resistance to care and optimizing medication management to improve quality of life for people living with dementia. By the end, participants will be equipped with effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors and enhance care outcomes.   Dementia: Dignity & Diversity (2 CEUs) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care for Elderly No Group Home/STRTP Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This course covers essential topics for providing compassionate, holistic dementia care. Participants will explore the role of intimacy and sexuality, as well as strategies for addressing sexual behaviors in dementia. The course also emphasizes the importance of meaningful activities, music, and diversity in care. Key areas include recognizing and preventing elder abuse, managing stress, responding to emergencies, and addressing spiritual needs. Additionally, participants will learn strategies for compassionate palliative and end-of-life  care, ensuring dignity and respect for individuals with dementia at all stages of their journey. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   Planning Your Resident's Care (4 CEUs) 8:00am - 12:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This four‐hour course helps the administrator understand how the admissions and assessment process can set resident care on the course for success. Participants will review the requirements and procedures for admitting a new resident and planning their care. They will also assess how their current process might be improved to maximize the quality of care each resident receives.   Conflict and Behavior Management (4 CEUs) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) This four-hour course teaches participants about behavior as a form of communication and how to manage it using the ABCs of behavior, triggers, and responses. It also covers identifying and handling difficult behaviors in residents. Participants will learn about the five types of conflict managers and the five Ps of conflict management, and how to apply them to different situations. The program aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage difficult behaviors and conflicts in various settings.   From Stigma to Support: Addressing Mental Health and Illness (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This 2-hour course demonstrates to participants how attitudes, language, and daily practices directly shape the emotional well-being of the people in our care. In residential care, residents may already face loss, adjustment, trauma, disability, aging challenges, or developmental differences—and when stigma is added, it can silence needs, create fear, and reduce trust. This course shifts the focus from judgment to understanding, from labels to person-centered care, and from avoidance to meaningful support. Together, we will learn how to recognize stigma, replace it with empathy, strengthen communication, uphold dignity, and build environments where residents feel safe, respected, heard, and supported in their mental health. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   Behavior Speaks Louder Than Words (5 CEUs) 8:00am - 1:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) This 5-hour course provides participants with tools to understand problem behaviors in residential settings. The course is based on the premise that staff armed with the tools to understand what behavior is communicating can go a long way to improving the quality of care, and satisfaction of residents, families, and staff.   Diversity and Cultural Competence (3 CEUs) 1:30pm - 4:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This three‐hour course will provide a basic overview of cultural competence and its importance for people in residential programs. Administrators will examine their thoughts on ethnicity and diversity issues. The class covers diversity at all levels including, but not limited to, race, religion, gender, ethnic background, and sexual identity. The course will address the issues leading to the passage of CA AB663 (2013).   Regulations: Ready for an Inspection? (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This two-hour course provides a roadmap for navigating inspections by your Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) with confidence. We move beyond basic compliance to explore the frequency and logic behind unannounced visits, the specific CARE tools used by analysts, and your legal requirements during an inspection. Participants will master the nuances of Type A, B, and C deficiencies, learn how to effectively appeal citations, and walk away with a concrete strategy for achieving and maintaining "substantial compliance". Read more

Evening Class! 4:30pm - 8:30pm Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (4 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) It is essential that residential facilities are equipped and ready to respond to disasters that endanger the lives of residents and staff, and damage property. While not all disasters may be anticipated, studies demonstrate that preparation, knowing how to respond when a disaster strikes,  and remaining calm and flexible can save lives and reduce physical damage. Read more