Largest & Most Trusted Activity Director School!
8-week course leads to APNCC-recognized Certificate of Completion.
Join the largest and most trusted online Activity Director school. Earn a Certificate of Completion in just 8 weeks—accepted toward certification through APNCC.
About Us
Start Your Career as an Activity Director
We provide the NAPT online training course that fulfills the education requirement to pursue national certification as an Activity Director through APNCC. Our program prepares you to lead Activity Departments in long-term care nursing homes, assisted living, and senior daycare facilities.
Beyond the training, we offer continuing education for certification renewal and The Calendar Club—a valuable resource with monthly calendar templates, activity ideas, worksheets, and care plans.
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Why Become an Activity Director?
Start Your Journey as an Activity Director!
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National Activity Professional Training - N.A.P.T. Course
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- Starts 1st Tuesday of Every Month!
- 8 Week Course + Final Exam
- NO TEXTBOOKS REQUIRED
- Assignment due Mondays at midnight.
- Follow along with other students and Instructor
- FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY:
- Includes: The 12 Live CE Course for FREE!
- Includes: 30 Days of Calendar Club for FREE!
- Starts ANYTIME!
- 8 Section Course + Final Exam
- NO TEXTBOOKS REQUIRED
- Work at your "Own Pace" - No Weekly Due Dates
- Take up to 6 months to complete
- FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY:
- Includes: The 12 Live CE Course for FREE!
- Includes: 30 Days of Calendar Club for FREE!
Testimonials
What our student's Say About us.
Marsha C.
You guys are awesome! The information we receive is so good. I never want to miss renewing my membership. Your publications are like a drink of cool water on a hot day. Thank you for your hard work. May the Lord keep all of you.
S. bergman
This was a great course! The calendar evaluation and facility population assessment CEU was very informative. It helped me build an activity program that complies with new regulations. The format was excellent and easy to use.
Therapeutic Recreation of Ontario
What great ideas! I’ve researched Alzheimer’s disease a lot, and this is the best information yet. Thank you for all the valuable insights. I got so many great ideas and can’t wait to implement them, Thankyou very much.
K. hunsberger
Almost every idea I will implement! This course gave me so many useful tools and inspiration. I now have many great ideas and will be applying them to my work. What a great learning experience!
G. Whalen
This training was amazing! It provided clear, practical steps that I can use right away. I feel more confident in my ability to create engaging programs. Thank you for such a valuable experience.
Susan
I truly enjoyed this course! The material was well-organized and easy to understand. I now have fresh ideas and useful strategies to improve my work. I highly recommend it to others!
Allie
Just wanted you all to know that I look forward to your Monday and Thursday features (Activity Corner and Help Desk). Thanks for your hard work, and the way you motivate and inspire me. Have a good weekend!
Get Certified & Recognized Nationwide
Earn Your National Activity Director Certification
The NAPT Course is accepted by and prepares each student for APNCC National Activity Professional Board Certification.
APNCC AP-BC is National Activity Director Board Certification and is Approved by CMS.gov State Survey.
Visit APNCC.org in order to determine which pathway towards National Board Certification is best for you.
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Got questions? We’ve got answers! Here are some common queries about our 8-week Activity Director certification program.
NAPT - National Activity Professional Training Course
Activity Calendar Club
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Essential Tools for Activity Directors
Discover a range of resources designed to support Activity Directors, from activity planning guides to ready-to-use templates and worksheets.
Question & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
This program is ideal for those looking for a rewarding career in senior care, including CNAs, RNs, caregivers, and career changers.
The course is designed to be completed in 8 weeks, allowing you to gain certification quickly and efficiently.
Yes! Our program meets the requirements for national certification through APNCC, ensuring industry-wide recognition.
You’ll have access to expert instructors, learning materials, and resources like calendar templates, activity worksheets, and care plans.
Once certified, you can apply for Activity Director positions in long-term care, assisted living, and senior daycare facilities.