American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing

A credential after your name is more than a sign of expertise—it’s validation of your dedication to your profession and your drive for continuous growth. Start your journey toward professional excellence by earning an certification.

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Encourage your facility executives to join us for this exclusive, free webinar series where industry experts will explore the value and risk of adopting artificial intelligence into the post-acute care environment.

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Are you nearing your RAC-CT expiration date? Join AAPACN Master Teacher, Jennifer LaBay, for this live virtual recertification workshop, June 16–17. Take advantage of this opportunity to get answers to your specific questions. -ct

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Facilities with strong leadership at the administrator level consistently achieve better outcomes for residents and staff, along with higher overall quality performance.

AAPACN's new Nursing Home Administrator—Certified (NHA-CT) program equips administrators with the insight, tools, and confidence needed to navigate complex healthcare operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive high-quality, resident-centered care.

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What does the new AAPACN NHA-CT certification really mean for the future of nursing home leadership?

In this latest Newsmakers Podcast from McKnight's Long-Term Care News, Denise Winzeler, director of education and certification strategy at , shares the vision behind the NHA-CT program, why leadership development matters now more than ever, and how strong administrators directly impact staff stability, resident outcomes, and organizational success.


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Administrators with heart, vision and commitment: There’s a certification for that In this episode of McKnight’s Newsmakers, Denise Winzeler, RN, LNHA, director of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, explains the organization’s move into the administrative suite after years of setting the bar for MDS and nursing certifications.

's new Nursing Home Administrator—Certified (NHA-CT) certification program is designed specifically for today’s evolving long-term care environment and forward-thinking, licensed .

The NHA-CT program helps:
• Build and strengthen survey-ready operations
• Turn facility data into meaningful actionable strategies
• Support resident-centered outcomes
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Now more than ever, leaders need the tools and resources to navigate complex regulations while improving staff engagement and operational performance. This program was built to support exactly that!

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We surveyed our members and the feedback speaks volumes! Not only does membership guide individual excellence, but it also improves overall performance.

These results reinforce what we strive for every day, including providing meaningful resources, education, and support to help our members thrive, evolve, and lead in long-term care.

Leading the way in post-acute care leadership! 🎉

Congratulations to Dylan Rogers, LNHA, NHA-CT, Vice President of Operations with Ignite Medical Resorts, for becoming the first individual to achieve the NHA-CT certification!

Dylan’s accomplishment reflects his commitment to advancing excellence in nursing home administration and strengthening leadership across post-acute care. As the inaugural recipient of this certification, he is helping set a new benchmark for professional growth and operational excellence in the industry.

“As VP of Operations for Ignite Medical Resorts, when the opportunity to pursue the NHA-CT was presented, it was an easy decision. I had already seen the immediate value AAPACN brings through a recent seminar our clinical and MDS teams attended, so I knew this was the right step. The certification process itself was incredibly intuitive and smooth, which speaks to how well AAPACN has designed the experience for healthcare leaders in our constantly moving field.

More importantly, this certification reinforces the standards every administrator should strive for. It directly supports how I lead my teams across Missouri and Kansas, and ultimately, our shared mission of delivering the best possible care to those we serve. Continual education like this is how we ensure great outcomes, and I'm proud to have been a part of this milestone with AAPACN.”

— Dylan Rogers, LNHA, NHA-CT

Dylan’s achievement is a powerful reminder that investing in leadership development and continuing education strengthens not only individual careers, but entire care teams and organizations. If you’re ready to elevate your leadership and transform your operations, now is the time to earn your AAPACN NHA-CT certification and join the next generation of post-acute care leaders. https://ow.ly/f5Xf50Z1bOr

You can now experience all the education from the Conference! The Session Recording Bundle includes all 30 education sessions, plus two general catalyst sessions packaged for viewing on-demand.

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Big news for ! 🎉

Introducing 's new Nursing Home Administrator—Certified (NHA-CT) certification, a first-of-its-kind program designed to validate the specialized skills needed to navigate today’s complex environment.

Through 10 engaging modules, real-world scenarios, and interactive assessments, will gain a deep understanding of the operational, clinical, and ethical responsibilities of today’s nursing home administrator. Earn 31.5 NAB credits and ANCC hours while gaining practical tools to support operational excellence.

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It's May 11—join today and get instant access to all member benefits, including a library of free resources and tools, as well as a discount on education and certification programs.

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