Certified Assisted Living Administrator (CALA)
Become an executive in the fastest growing area in the field of eldercare!
Important Note: The 2025 CALA courses will continue to take place over Zoom
Introduction
Are you ready to embark on a journey that challenges the traditional approach to aging? Welcome to the Assisted Living Course, where innovation meets compassion and quality of life takes center stage. This course is not just about gaining knowledge; it’s about transforming attitudes and redefining what it means to thrive in later years. Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking fresh perspectives or interested in shifting your career goals to navigating the complexities of senior care, this course offers an immersive experience that will leave you inspired and equipped with practical tools for supporting aging individuals.
Course Presenters
These dedicated professionals are at the forefront of providing essential training and guidance to those entering the field of assisted living and senior care. With a blend of expertise in healthcare, communication, and leadership, these presenters play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce while ensuring that elderly individuals receive the highest quality care and support. Presenters include NJ CALA, Registered Nurses, Infection Control Preventionists, Human Resource Specialists, Environment of Care Directors, and other professionals.
The Course
Through interactive workshops, engaging seminars, and hands-on demonstrations, Assisted Living Course Presenters not only educate but also inspire individuals to become advocates for aging populations. Their ability to weave together practical skills with empathy-driven instruction transforms ordinary classrooms into nurturing environments where students can learn how to deliver personalized care with dignity and respect. Join us as we delve into the world of these remarkable educators who are making a profound impact on both aspiring caregivers and those they ultimately serve within assisted living communities.
This course satisfies the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services criteria to be credentialed as a Certified Assisted Living Administrator (CALA). In New Jersey, a CALA may be the Administrator of an Assisted Living Residence, an Assisted Living Program, and/or an Adult Day Services Program. Successful completion of this course prepares and qualifies the candidate to sit for the New Jersey Department of Health Certified Assisted Living Administrator exam. Our students are afforded comprehensive tools and techniques to pass the challenging CALA exam, so that they can be designated for inclusion in the New Jersey Assisted Living Administrator Registry.
Our course trains you in mastering the concepts and regulatory guidelines governing Assisted Living communities and related entities in New Jersey.
Topics covered include:
- Regulatory compliance
- Ethics
- Services
- Human Resource Management
- Finance and Budgeting
Additionally, CALA training fosters broad insight regarding other senior living-related facilities, businesses and life choices, so that our students are fully prepared to launch a valuable career in any area of eldercare!
Advantages of Our Course:
- Additional Resources – Policy and Procedures, Required Forms, and best practices
- 20 extra Practice Tests and Final Test
- 16 hours of onsite practicums at excellent Assisted Living Residence is scheduled.
- Bi-monthly Study Groups, via Zoom
- Tutoring Support
- WhatsApp Student Community Groups
- May return to audit future CALA courses prior to taking the state test – at no additional charge!
- Options available for students with religious observation restrictions for Saturday Classes – at no extra charge
Eligible CALA candidates are age 21 or older, must have a clean criminal background check, and must have a highschool diploma.
The 56-Hour Certified Assisted Living Administrator Course has 20 NAB Approved CE for LNHA. 20 CE hours are approved for RNs. Contact Us to check on rates and schedule for attending the CE approved days of the class.
The course fee is: $1,700 (or $1,749 if selecting the printed CALA Manual option). You can pay using a credit card or check (money order, bank check, or corporate check) prior to the first day of class.
To register for the CALA course please select one of the course dates below. For any questions, please contact Laurie Loughney, at 848-218-1320.
2025 CALA Course Schedule
Note: As of now, these courses will be offered over Zoom as a live webinar.
| Course Dates | Course Location | Further Details |
|---|---|---|
| February 2025 2/ 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9 | Live Zoom Webinar | View Course Details Register |
| May 2025 5/ 3, 4, 7, 8, 10 ,11 | Live Zoom Webinar | View Course Details Register |
| July 2025 7/ 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 | Live Zoom Webinar | View Course Details Register |
| October 2025 10/ 18, 19, 22, 23, 25, 26 | Live Zoom Webinar | View Course Details Register |
| December 2025 12/ 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14 | Live Zoom Webinar | View Course Details Register |