Online Restorative Aide Workshop

Course Description

This course is designed to train certified nurse aides (CNAs) in the efficient restorative care of residents in nursing homes. 

The goal is to improve the quality of resident care through information and training.

This course does not replace the training required of a registered or licensed professional whose education extends beyond the outcomes listed in this syllabus.

**Please Note!  This course MUST BE PAID IN FULL prior to the start date of the course in order for you to be enrolled. 

Please be sure to login to your member account to receive the MHCA Member reduced rate.  If you do not know your facility's login information, contact our office at 573-893-2060.  A member of the MHCA staff will be happy to assist you.

Course Format

Duration: 32 hours
Delivery: Online

Students must have access to a computer, internet connection, and valid email address.

All course materials are included within the online modules. 

Upon completion of this course, students will learn:

• What a rehabilitation unit is and how it functions.
• The effects of aging, inactivity, and disability.
• Basic anatomy and how the body moves.
• Medical problems that interfere with functional independence.
• How to assist residents in ways that promote independence.
• What to look for when helping someone walk.
• How to help someone perform basic exercises.
• Common rehabilitation equipment.
• Basic balance responses and activities to improve balance.
• Ways to interact effectively with residents.

Attendance Requirements

• Participation in the Discussion Forum is mandatory as outlined in the syllabus.
• All assignments must be submitted by the due dates set by the instructor.
  Late or missing assignments will receive a zero unless prior arrangements are made.
• Students who miss clinical days will not be able to complete the course unless approved by the instructor.

ADA Compliance

If you have a disability and require accommodations, please inform your instructor before the first day of class so arrangements can be made.

Terms of Agreement: I have basic knowledge in computer usage. If I need help with the content of the course, my instructor will be available via email or phone number that has been supplied in the syllabus.  I agree to be responsible for my own work and understand that there will be weekly assignments due.