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If you’re a healthcare professional looking to fulfill your continuing education units (CEUs), Direction Home Akron Canton is here to help. We offer a diverse library of CEU programs with a 97.3% satisfaction rating. All of our courses are open to the public, regardless of licensure, and based on trending issues in the healthcare profession. Direction Home Akron Canton is an approved provider for*:

  • Licensed Social Workers (LSW)
  • Licensed Independent Social Workers (LISW)
  • Social Work Assistants (SWA)
  • Licensed Nursing Home Administrators (LNHA)
  • Costs, times, CEU eligibility, and location vary with each program, and all of our courses require advance registration.

*Nurses may attend programs approved through the Counseling, Social Worker, and Marriage & Family Therapy (CSWMFT) board and receive CEUs.  Please refer to section 4723-14-05(7) of the Nursing Continuing Education for Renewal Ohio Revised Code for details. 

Contact Brigid Macdonald at imacdonald@dhad.org or 330.595.1661 with any questions you may have regarding CEU programs.

June 8, 2026
Top 5 Online Ethical Mistake: Building Awareness and Mitigating Your Risk

9:00 am-12:15 pm
CEUs: $50.00
No CEUs: $25.00
Direction Home Conference Center
1949 Town Bark Blvd., Uniontown
3.0 Ethics CEUs available for:
  • Social Workers (CSWMFT #: RSX069601)
  • Counselors (CSWMFT #: RCX031303)
  • Nurses ​(via reciprocity between ONA and CSWMFT boards)

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June 17, 2026
Assertiveness: Speaking Up for Patient Care

9:00 am-4:15 pm
CEUs: $80.00
No CEUs: $45.00
Direction Home Conference Center
1949 Town Bark Blvd., Uniontown
6.0 CEUs available for:
  • Social Workers (CSWMFT #: RSX069601)
  • Counselors (CSWMFT #: RCX031303)
  • Nurses ​(via reciprocity between ONA and CSWMFT boards)

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August 13, 2026
Caregiver Connection

9:00 am-2:15 pm
FREE
Harmony Springs Event Center
3891 S. Arlington Rd., Uniontown

Take a well-deserved break and connect with people who truly understand.

Join us for a FREE day designed exclusively to support, uplift, and celebrate family caregivers. This is your time to step away, recharge your spirit, learn practical new strategies, and share your journey with a community that truly understands.

 

Event Highlights:

  • Complimentary Dining: Enjoy free coffee, breakfast snacks, and a lunch on us.
  • Inspirational Keynote: Hear from Loren Gelberg-Goff, author of Take Back Your Life: a Caregiver's Guide to Finding Freedom in the Midst of Overwhelm—a powerful guide to releasing heavy emotions, restoring your energy, and creating harmony at home. (Books will be available at the event. Already have the book? Bring your copy for a personal signing!)
  • Relaxation & Connection: Unwind in a dedicated, peaceful space and connect with fellow caregivers.
  • Fun & Giveaways: Look forward to engaging entertainment, lively activities, and giveaways galore!

 

Questions? Contact Theresa Niewiadomski (tniewiadomski@dhad.org or 330.899.5243) or Lori Smith (lsmith@dhad.org or 330.899.5255).

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REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION INFORMATION:​

In-person class sizes are limited, so register early. Classes with low registrations may be canceled. If the class is canceled or moved, participants will be contacted via email at least 24 hours in advance.

Classes start and end on time. To ensure a quality experience for all, please log in (virtual events) or arrive (in-person events) at least 15 minutes prior to the class start time. No participants will be admitted to a training 10 minutes after it has started. Full participation is expected, no partial credit will be awarded. Hard copies of certificates will be mailed upon request. Replacement certificates will be issued for a $5.00 fee.

Refunds will be made ONLY for cancellations received three business days prior to the event. If received less than three days prior to the event, a credit can be issued for use at another program within the next 6 months. If notice of cancellation is not received before the date of the program, no refund will be issued. PLEASE NOTE: No shows will be charged the full registration fee.

For In-Person events, it is difficult to control room temperature to everyone's comfort level. We suggest you dress in layers that can be adaptable to warm and cool temperatures. For auditing purposes, complete first and last names, arrival and departure times must be logged.

Webinar CEUs will take place on Zoom during the designated times. The link to join the webinar session will be sent in your registration confirmation email as well as registration reminder emails. Please note: Certificates will be emailed within 1 week after the training so long as the virtual attendance has been verified and evaluation returned. Webinar participants will need a device capable of running Zoom and a strong internet connection and speakers during the entire CEU session.