The Modular Education Program for Activity Professionals (MEPAP) is the nationally recognized education program required for certification through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP). Their Activity Director Certified (ADC) course  prepares activity professionals to enhance the quality of life for older adults in nursing facility, assisted living, and community-based settings.

The ADC course is self-paced and provides the educational foundation required for individuals seeking eligibility to apply for NCCAP’s ADC credential. This credential meets the professional standards of practice to lead, manage, and direct an activities and life enrichment department and evaluate its effectiveness. The ADC credential helps ensure compliance with F680 – the CMS requirements for activity professional qualifications.  

ADC course registration includes the national ADC certification exam, a two-year recognition of the NCCAP ADC credential upon successfully completing the exam with a score of 70 percent or higher, and a two-year membership in the National Association of Activity Professionals. 

Coursework integrates theory with real-world application, helping students understand the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of aging adults. Participants learn how to assess resident interests, develop meaningful life enrichment programs, understand aging and dementia, and meet regulatory and professional standards in long-term care and senior living.

Through an exclusive partnership with NCCAP, AHCA/NCAL members receive a $200 discount on the nationally recognized MEPAP ADC training and certification program. Simply use promo code AHCA at registration to claim your $200 savings on the regular $999 ADC program and certification exam fee. 

Email NCCAP at info@nccap.org or call 757-552-0653 with any questions about the ADC program.  

Save $200 with promo code AHCA at registration.

The National Assisted Living Enrichment Certification Course is designed to equip life enrichment and activity professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in  assisted living settings. This training and certification are ideal for assisted living staff entering the activities field or advancing their activities and senior care careers. 

The course delivers insight into the operational, ethical, and legal aspects of assisted living communities to help ensure that life enrichment and activities staff are well-prepared to enhance residents’ quality of life. The comprehensive eight module program covers these essential topics:

• Regulatory requirements
• Aging
• Cognitive and behavioral health
• Resident care
• Therapeutic activity concepts
• Documentation
• Safety protocols
• Best practices in providing person-centered support.

 This self-paced, online course offered by the National Association of Activity Professionals (NAAP) includes videos, readings, interactive tools and certification exam. Clear guidance is provided along each step including exam preparation. After successful completion of the course and exam, participants receive the Assisted Living Enrichment Certification (ALEC) through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP), and a one-year free bonus NAAP membership.

AHCA/NCAL members receive an exclusive $100 discount off the regular $650 ALEC course and exam price by using promo code NCAL when registering. Reach out to NAAP’s Helpline Link for questions about the ALEC training and certification program.   

Save $100 with promo code NCAL at registration.