BSc in in Long Term Care Administration in Kent United States | Kent State University

The Bachelor of Science in Long-Term Care Administration equips students with the knowledge and credentials needed to pursue state and national licensing as administrators in various long-term care environments such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, retirement communities, group living arrangements, adult day care centers, hospice services, and other extended care settings.

Students can obtain the certified dementia practitioner (CDP) certification before completing their degree. Upon graduation and successful completion of state and national nursing home administration (NHA) licensing exams, graduates employed in long-term care become eligible to apply for the health services executive (HSE) qualification.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this program, graduates will be able to:

Show comprehension of client care and service delivery
Understand facility operations and interdepartmental collaboration in care provision
Display expertise in management principles, leadership, legal standards, and regulatory compliance from an administrative standpoint
Communicate concepts effectively through both verbal presentations and written assignments
Recognize career prospects within the long-term care and support services sector.