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NAPT100 Activity Director Training Course

A clear path to becoming an Activity Director—starts here.

This online activity director certification course gives you the structure, confidence, and real-world skills you need to step into a meaningful role in senior living. If you’ve been researching how to become an activity director, this is the training program designed to help you move forward with clarity.

Professional Training Pathway

NAPT100 was built to provide a clear, supportive path into meaningful work that truly matters.

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NAPT100 National Activity Professional Course Enrollment Pack

Instructor Susan Rauch APNCC Approved Activity Professional Educator

APNCC Approved Educator

Susan Rauch, BA, AC-BC

Training Since 1996

More than 30 years serving Activity Professionals nationwide.

Thousands Trained

Students across the United States have completed ADN training.

APNCC Accepted

Supports national Activity Professional board certification pathways.

Professional Training Overview

NAPT100 Training Overview

100 Hours of Activity Director Training

NAPT100 gives students a focused 10-part foundation in activity programming, documentation, regulations, resident engagement, care planning, and department leadership.

Core Activity Professional Foundations

Role of the Activity Professional
Resident needs & engagement
Disease-specific programming
End of life care
Activity calendar planning

Documentation, Compliance & Leadership

Regulations & surveys
Documentation
Care planning
Alzheimer’s programming
Department management

100 Hours

10-Week Training Structure

A complete Activity Director training foundation built for professional preparation, confidence, and real department leadership.

24/7 Access

Access from any device

Learn online with flexible access from your computer, tablet, or phone.

No Textbooks Required

All materials included

Course materials are included so students can focus on learning.

Activity Director Training Built for Real Department Leadership

Build meaningful skills, strengthen documentation confidence, and prepare to lead resident-centered programs with clarity.

CMS-Aligned
Compliance

Supports survey readiness, documentation habits, and compliance-centered activity practice.

Department
Ready

Prepare to manage programming, documentation, resident engagement, and daily department needs.

12 Live Hours of Support Included

Live guidance, instructor connection, and real-time support are built into the course experience so students feel supported, prepared, and connected every step of the way.

Activity Director Professional Training Courses

NAPT100 - National Activity Professional Training Course

by APNCC Certified Educator: Susan Rauch, BA, AC-BC

ADN Professional Training

Choose the Training Style That Fits You Best

NAPT100 is available in two formats so students can choose the path that best supports their schedule, learning style, and level of structure.

Structured Class Format

NAPT100-SCHEDULED

Best for students who want guidance, class rhythm, weekly structure, and the support of learning together.

Starts 1st Tuesday of the Month

COURSE PRICE

$750

Payment Plans Available

COURSE LENGTH

10 Weeks

Structured Weekly Format

Payment plans available

Students move through the same topic at the same time

Feels more like a real class

Weekly structure with guidance to keep you on track

Stronger connection with instructor and classmates

Best choice if you like deadlines, instructor connection, and a clear weekly learning path.

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Flexible Independent Format

NAPT100-OWNPACE

Best for self-motivated students who prefer flexible access, independent study, and the freedom to move at their own pace.

Starts Anytime

COURSE PRICE

$750

Paid in Full

COURSE FORMAT

10 Sections

Flexible Self-Paced Access

Must be paid in full

Start immediately with no waiting

More autonomy and self-direction

Flexible schedule

Perfect for independent learners

Best choice if you need flexibility, immediate access, and a self-directed learning path.

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NAPT100 Enrollment Process

3 Simple Steps to Get Started

Start with your Enrollment Pack, then complete payment, and create your student login.

Step One

Enrollment Pack

Choose the training style that’s right for you and complete the enrollment forms.

Scheduled starts 1st Tuesday or OwnPace starts anytime.

NAPT100 Enrollment Pack

Step Two

Make a Payment

Complete your payment after submitting your enrollment pack. OwnPace must be paid in full.

Klarna and

AfterPay payment plans available.

Make a Payment

Step Three

Create Student Login

Create your student login before your start date so your course access can be matched correctly.

Create Activity Director Professional Training Student Account

Use your login to access your Training Course from any device.

Create Student Login

What Happens Next?

After your enrollment pack, payment, and login are completed, ADN reviews your account and prepares your course access.

Watch Your Email

We use your enrollment details to prepare your student record.

Account Review

Your login and payment are matched before access is completed.

Course Access

Once everything is connected, you’ll receive access instructions.

Begin Training

Start learning, building skills, and preparing for your professional path.

Quality Training. Real Support. A Brighter Future.

Invest in your career. Make a difference every day.

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Activity Professionals National Certification Council APNCC

APNCC Certification Pathway

We Proudly Support APNCC Activity Professional National Board Certification

This course is accepted by the Activity Professionals National Certification Council (APNCC) toward National Activity Professional Board Certification.

APNCC is a separate credentialing organization. ADN provides accepted education and training support for students pursuing the National Certification pathway.

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Activity Director Professional Training

NAPT100 - National Activity Professional Training Course

by APNCC Certified Educator: Susan Rauch, BA, AC-BC

NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - OwnPace

NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - OwnPace

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 060226

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 050526

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 040726

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 030326

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 020326

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 010626

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 120225

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 110425

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 100725

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 090225

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 080525

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NAPT100 Course: National Activity Professional Training Course - 070125

Course categories

Activity Director Professional Training (13)

Certified Activity Assistant Professional Training (1)

TiC Certification (1)

Continuing Education for Activity Professionals

Calendar Club (1)