In order to qualify to be certified as a Quality & Risk Management Specialist, the following educational and work
requirements need to be met:
- Currently employed in a nursing home
- Possess an Associates degree in Nursing and full time 1 year long-term care experience
- OR -
- Possess a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in any field and 1-year long-term care experience.
- OR -
- Combination of education and work experience in risk management, long-term care, and quality assurance
and is actively employed in the long-term care profession as approved by The Alliance.
- AND -
- Complete a Certified Quality & Risk Management Specialist Application.
If the above requirements are met, individuals who hold the following positions in a nursing home are
encouraged to attend.
Administrators, Directors of Nursing, Assistant Directors of Nursing, MDS/Care Plan Coordinators, Infection Control
Nurse, QA Director, Unit Managers, Activity Professionals, Social Workers, Dietary Managers
Course Outline
Fee Information
Payment and Location Information
CQRMS Certificate Brochure for 2009
