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Training Programs & Courses
Online DDA Training, Care Training, and the upcoming 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Program — all with Certificate of Completion.
Certificate of Completion is issued immediately upon finishing each course. Your dashboard shows only the courses you enrolled in — no mix-ups.
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Assisted Living
MDH–OHCQ Approved80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Certification Program
OnlineThe complete, MDH–OHCQ approved pathway to becoming a certified Assisted Living Manager in Maryland. Launching soon — register your interest today.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Assisted Living in Maryland
- COMAR 10.07.14 Regulations & Compliance
- Resident Rights & Person-Centered Care
- Emergency Preparedness & Safety
- +5 more modules
DDA Training
14 Courses · $25 Each · $150 BundleComplete DDA Training Bundle — All 14 Courses
Online · Self-PacedGet all 14 standalone DDA compliance courses in one complete package. The most comprehensive DDA training available for Maryland group home operators and direct care staff.
What's Included
- Fundamental Rights in DDA-Licensed Group Homes
- Abuse & Neglect Prevention
- Critical Incident Reporting
- Bloodborne Pathogens & Infection Control
- +10 more courses
Individual DDA Courses — $25 Each
Online · Self-PacedEach of the 14 DDA compliance courses is also available individually at $25 per course — perfect for staff who need to complete a specific annual training requirement.
Available Courses Include
- Aging Process & Special Needs
- Communication Skills for Direct Care Staff
- Seizure Disorder Compliance Training
- Sexual Harassment Prevention
- +10 more courses
Care Training
8 Courses · $25 EachInfection Control Compliance Training
Online · Self-PacedAnnual infection control compliance training aligned with COMAR 10.22, 42 CFR 483.80, and CDC guidelines for Maryland residential care staff.
What You'll Learn
- Chain of Infection & Standard Precautions
- PPE Selection, Donning & Doffing
- Outbreak Recognition & 24-Hour Reporting
- +3 more topics
HIPAA Compliance Training for Direct Care Staff
Online · Self-PacedMandatory annual HIPAA training covering individual legal obligations, PHI protection, Security Rule requirements, and breach notification under federal and Maryland law.
What You'll Learn
- 18 HIPAA Identifiers & Where PHI Lives
- Minimum Necessary Standard in Daily Practice
- Social Media, Mobile Devices & Common Violations
- +3 more topics
Safe Lifting for Direct Support Professionals
Online · Self-PacedInjury prevention training aligned with OSHA Ergonomics Guidelines and NIOSH standards covering safe body mechanics, mechanical lift equipment, and worker rights.
What You'll Learn
- NIOSH Lifting Limits & Why They Matter
- Safe Body Mechanics — 5 Step Framework
- Mechanical Lift Selection & Operation
- +3 more topics
Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
Online · Self-PacedFall prevention compliance training aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22, CMS requirements, COMAR 10.22, and TJC NPSG.09.02.01 for direct care staff.
What You'll Learn
- Environmental Hazard Identification
- Resident-Specific Fall Risk Factors
- Post-Fall Response Protocol
- +3 more topics
Basic Food Safety & Foodborne Illness
Online · Self-PacedFood safety compliance training aligned with COMAR 10.22, COMAR 10.07.14, and the 2022 FDA Food Code for direct care staff handling food in residential care settings.
What You'll Learn
- Temperature Danger Zone & Safe Cooking Temps
- Top 6 Foodborne Pathogens in Residential Care
- Outbreak Recognition & Reporting Chain
- +3 more topics
Defensive Driving for DDA Transport Staff
Online · Self-PacedMaryland COMAR 10.22 compliant transport safety training covering the Smith System, wheelchair securement standards, impairment rules, and post-accident reporting obligations.
What You'll Learn
- BLOWS Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist
- 4-Point Wheelchair Securement Standards
- Impairment, Fatigue & Maryland Hands-Free Law
- +3 more topics
Cultural Competency in Direct Care
Online · Self-PacedAnnual cultural competency training aligned with Title VI, Section 1557, HHS CLAS Standards, COMAR 10.22, and COMAR 10.07.14 for Maryland residential care providers.
What You'll Learn
- 15 HHS CLAS Standards & Legal Obligations
- Language Access as a Civil Right
- Implicit Bias & Culturally Responsive Care
- +3 more topics
Workplace Violence Prevention
Online · Self-PacedTwo-part workplace violence prevention training aligned with OSHA 3148-06R, 29 CFR 1904, COMAR 10.22, and Maryland MOSH standards for DDA group home staff.
What You'll Learn
- 4 Types of Workplace Violence in DDA Settings
- De-Escalation Techniques & What to Avoid
- Immediate Response Protocol & OSHA Reporting
- +3 more topics
Exclusive Service
Placement & Referral Agency
Beyond training, Balanced Care Academy operates as a licensed Placement & Referral Agency. We help you fill beds and connect with the right clients — supporting sustainable business growth and ensuring residents find the right level of care.
Whether you're a new provider looking to build your census or an established facility seeking quality referrals, our network and expertise are here to support you every step of the way.
Resident Placement Support
Referral Network Access
Occupancy Strategy & Planning
Community & Agency Partnerships
Client Matching Services
Simple Process
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About Balanced Care Academy
Maryland's premier healthcare compliance training and consulting organization. MDH–OHCQ Approved vendor for the 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Training Program.
