Certificate in Risk Management and Improving Senior Care Quality (RISQ)

Advance Your Expertise. Elevate Senior Care.

What is RISQ?

The RISQ Certificate Program is a specialized online training designed for professionals committed to improving safety, quality, and risk management in senior care environments. Through eight comprehensive courses and 37 interactive modules, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to lead risk mitigation efforts and foster a culture of safety across senior care organizations.

Upon successful completion, graduates earn the RISQ designation, a mark of excellence in healthcare risk management and quality improvement.

Why Choose RISQ?

Fully Online & Flexible

Learn at your own pace, from anywhere

Industry-Relevant Curriculum

Professional Credential

Use "RISQ" as part of your professional title

Immediate Impact

Apply what you learn directly to your organization

Program Curriculum

The RISQ Certificate includes the following courses:

Culture of Safety

Build a foundation for trust, teamwork, and transparency. Learn how to measure and implement a culture of safety that protects residents, staff, and visitors.

Essentials of Claims Management

Understand the legal landscape, claims processes, and litigation management to reduce liability and improve organizational response.

Enterprise Risk Management

Develop a strategic risk management plan, integrate risk into operations, and communicate effectively with leadership and boards.

Enterprise Risk Management in Senior Care

Apply risk strategies across diverse care settings—from assisted living to home health—addressing risks for all stakeholders.

Event Management

Master the full lifecycle of event response, including disclosure, communication, and stabilization strategies.

Insurance and Underwriting

Learn how to manage insurance programs, review contracts, and support fiscal responsibility through effective risk transfer.

System Safety Analysis

Use systems thinking to identify hazards, investigate incidents, and implement proactive safety improvements.

Infection Prevention and Control (Parts 1 & 2)

Create and lead infection control teams, implement prevention strategies, and monitor long-term outcomes.

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

Senior care administrators

Risk and compliance professionals

Quality improvement leaders

Healthcare managers

Directors of nursing/Nursing leaders

Anyone seeking to improve safety and care outcomes for older adults

Earn Your RISQ Credential

Each module includes an exam to validate your understanding. Upon completing all eight courses, you’ll receive your RISQ Certificate and be authorized to use the RISQ designation professionally.

Ready to Elevate Your Impact in Senior Care?

Take the next step in your professional journey.
Enroll now and become a leader in senior care risk management and quality improvement.