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Next Start Date: January 13, 2025

Activity Professionals Certificate

The Activity Professionals certificate allows the USI graduate to pursue a career working with the older adult population, specifically as an activity professional. The certificate increases student knowledge and marketability while supporting the workforce needs. This program is in full alignment with the Activity Professionals certification requirements of the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH). The state of Indiana requires each skilled nursing facility (SNF) and licensed residential care facility (RCF) or assisted living facility (ALF) to employ a certified activity professional, as cited in the Indiana Administrative Code sections 410 IAC 16.2-3.1-33 and 410 IAC 16.2-5-7.1.
10
Credit Hours
IDOH Approved
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Credits Breakdowns

Undergraduate Certificate Credit
Requirements

10
Credits

Total Credits

10
Credits

Current USI Degree-Seeking Students (you have already declared a major at USI or are undecided)

Complete the Change of Academic Program Form, available in the Health Services Department (third floor of Health Professions Center) or from the Registrar.

  • On the form, enter NH-Cert in the Degree Change section.
  • Enter the code ACPR for the Activity Professionals Certificate in the "Add Major" section.
  • Submit the form to the Health Services Department.

Non-degree Seeking Students (you are not enrolled at USI)

Apply to the University - USI.edu/apply

  • Once admitted, complete the the Change of Academic Program Form, available in the Health Services Department (third floor of Health Professions Center) or from the Registrar.
  • On the form, enter ACPR in the "Add Major" section.
  • Submit the form to the Health Services Department.

Incoming Students

  • Start Date:
    January 13, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    January 09, 2025
  • Start Date:
    August 18, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    August 13, 2025
  • Start Date:
    January 12, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    January 08, 2026
  • Start Date:
    August 17, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    August 12, 2026
  • Start Date:
    January 11, 2027
    Registration Deadline:
    January 07, 2027

College & Department Contacts

Ms. Leah N. Flake
Gerontology Curriculum Program Coordinator

Career Outlook

Evansville Regional Data

Overall, the job outlook for activity professionals is favorable, with steady demand expected due to the aging population and the growing emphasis on holistic and recreational care in various health and community settings. As the population of older adults grows, there is an increased need for activity professionals in settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and senior centers. This demographic shift drives demand for activities that enhance quality of life and promote physical and mental well-being.

Evansville Regional Data

Top Regional Occupations by Income

*income information provided by O*NET Online. Occupation opportunities vary by region and experience.

The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

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