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Home › Education & Events › Licensed Assisted Living Director Training

Licensed Assisted Living Director Training

Our training course is your pathway to licensure.

Effective Aug. 2021, every assisted living setting must have a Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD). We've got a training course to prepare you to become a LALD.

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Requirements for Licensure

Applicants for licensure must:

  • Meet eligibility/experience criteria for licensure as an Assisted Living Director in Minnesota (see BELTSS Applicant Requirement Flowchart)

  • Complete a course of study with a minimum of 40 hours in subjects necessary to perform the duties of an assisted living director in Minnesota.

  • Complete a course of study with a minimum of 80 hours in core curriculum.

  • Complete a field experience under the direction of a mentor.

  • Successfully pass examinations on the Minnesota, Core, and Line of Service training.

Course Features

  • Online learning for convenience and flexibility.

  • Affordable training from your trusted source.

  • 30+ Minnesota-based expert faculty in diverse, critical areas, including legal, operations, clinical, and marketing.

  • NAB-approved for Core and Line of Service training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the coursework on demand?

Our coursework is 100% online and on demand. You can complete the work at any time that fits into your schedule and at your own pace. Please note that if you have an ALDIR permit, it is good for one year and is not renewable.

What is included in the course?

The cost of the course covers 46 hours of content focused on Minnesota regulations and 94 hours of content on core knowledge required for the national exam. You will also be mailed a manual set covering the five domains of core knowledge.

Not included are your licensure application fees and the cost of the MN and national exams.

When should I secure a mentor and complete my field experience?

You can complete your field experience during or after your coursework.

How do I find a mentor and a setting from my field experience?

To find assisted living settings in your area to contact about a field experience and/or a mentor, use the MDH Health Care Provider Directory.

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We're here to help you! Contact:

Sharon Hollister
Director of Education
(651) 603-3506 or (800) 462-5368
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