Long Term Care Administration (LTCA)

LTCA 5302. Elder Abuse and Mistreatment.

This course introduces students to key concepts, issues, practices, and challenges related to elder abuse and mistreatment, including its forensic, legal, and medical aspects. Students learn how elder abuse and mistreatment is defined, the frequency of occurrence, and the factors that increase or reduce risk. Emphasis is placed on practical skills such as assessment, prevention, intervention, and effective screening and reporting. Students examine the impact of elder abuse and mistreatment on older adults, caregivers, families, and society, with emphasis on ethical, legal, cultural, and multidisciplinary considerations in professional practice across diverse care settings globally.

LTCA 5305. Environmental Design for Dementia.

This course examines environmental design considerations relevant to dementia care and aging populations. Students analyze how physical, cognitive, and psychological aspects of dementia interact with residential and care settings, with attention to home environments and institutional facilities. Students explore design principles, housing models, and care environments through empirical research and professional standards. Students evaluate social and physical factors that influence resident functioning and well being and assess environmental features that support or constrain care delivery. Emphasis is placed on critical analysis of design approaches used in dementia related settings.

LTCA 5322. Environmental Management in the Post-Acute Care Continuum.

This course compares performance analyses of long-term care facilities with a focus on organizational culture, and internal and external customer satisfaction. Plans of managerial action to maximize customer satisfaction will be examined, alongside key environmental management issues and regulatory requirements specific to long-term care settings. Students construct and analyze environmental policies and procedures, develop an understanding of environmental standards of care, and demonstrate strategies for promoting safety. This course prepares future administrators to provide safe, secure, and engaging physically and emotionally supportive environments that uphold patient and client dignity across a variety of long-term care settings.

LTCA 5323. Governance Management in the Post-Acute Care Continuum.

This course analyzes the regulatory systems, governance structures, and administrative requirements that inform the operation of long-term care facilities. Students investigate federal and state statutes, including Texas licensure rules and Medicaid certification standards, to understand how legal mandates shape facility policies and management practices. Students evaluate accountability measures, enforcement processes, and survey protocols used to assess compliance. Through a combination of document analysis, case-based inquiry, and critical evaluation of regulatory scenarios, students develop an evidence-informed understanding of how administrators navigate complex oversight environments. Emphasis is placed on examining regulatory expectations and assessing their operational implications for skilled nursing facilities.

LTCA 5324. Human Resource Management in the Post-Acute Care Continuum.

This course examines human resource management functions within long-term and post-acute care organizations. Topics include workforce planning, job analysis, recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, performance management, leadership development, and employee retention. Students explore relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that shape human resource practices in nursing homes, assisted living, residential care, and home and community based services. Students analyze how demographic, regulatory, and organizational factors influence human resource decision making and evaluate common tools used in healthcare settings, such as training needs assessments and workforce planning models. Emphasis is placed on understanding professional practices and organizational contexts rather than advocating specific management approaches.

LTCA 5325. Resident Care Management in the Post-Acute Care Continuum.

This course examines the administrative frameworks governing resident care in long-term care facilities. Students analyze the integration of nursing standards, quality indicators, and oversight of geriatric pharmacology. The curriculum evaluates how legislative requirements shape clinical policies and management decision-making. By investigating the intersection of regulatory mandates and care delivery, students develop the analytical skills necessary to oversee complex environments while maintaining alignment with healthcare policies and safety standards.

LTCA 5335. Financial Management in the Post-Acute Care Continuum.

This course examines financial performance within the post-acute care continuum by analyzing fiscal data from selected facilities. Students evaluate trends in revenue, expenditures, and census patterns to understand the factors influencing organizational financial outcomes. The course compares major reimbursement systems and assesses how differing payment methodologies shape administrative and financial decision making. Through structured quantitative analysis and case based inquiry, students investigate how reimbursement structures affect budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term financial planning. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical competence in interpreting fiscal reports and understanding the financial environment of post-acute care organizations.

LTCA 5681. Internship in Long Term Care.

This course examines the operational and administrative functions of a licensed nursing facility through a supervised internship experience. Students analyze day-to-day management practices, evaluate regulatory and organizational requirements, and observe decision-making processes in real-world settings. The course emphasizes applied learning, allowing students to investigate workflow patterns, staffing considerations, and quality assurance procedures. Students complete 1,000 internship hours, which may be distributed across two semesters to meet licensure requirements. Through structured field engagement and guided faculty oversight, students develop a systematic understanding of facility administration and the factors that shape organizational management.