What is COPD certification?
The American Lung Association COPD Educator Course is a professional education course for healthcare professionals who work with COPD patients, such as respiratory therapists, internal medicine nurses, pulmonary nurses, pharmacists and care managers.
How do you prove you have COPD?
Tests may include:
- Lung (pulmonary) function tests. These tests measure the amount of air you can inhale and exhale, and whether your lungs deliver enough oxygen to your blood.
- Chest X-ray. A chest X-ray can show emphysema, one of the main causes of COPD .
- CT scan.
- Arterial blood gas analysis.
- Laboratory tests.
What is Joint Commission certification?
The Joint Commission’s certification programs, are designed to evaluate clinical programs across the continuum of care. Like accreditation, certification requires an evaluation by The Joint Commission. It covers compliance with the standards and verifies improvement activities.
How do you get accredited by the Joint Commission?
Accreditation is awarded upon successful completion of an on-site survey. The on-site survey is conducted by a specially trained Joint Commission surveyor or team of surveyors who assess your organization’s compliance to our standards.
How do you become a certified pulmonary function technician?
You must complete the pulmonary function tests (PFT) exam to become a certified pulmonary function technologist, and may choose to also get the certified respiratory therapist (CRT) or registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credential to start your career.
Does the American Lung Association provide training?
The American Lung Association offers health education courses to partners and members of the public to join our mission to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. See our course offerings below and get started!
Is Joint Commission accreditation mandatory?
Is accreditation or certification mandatory? No. Health care organizations, programs, and services voluntarily pursue accreditation and certification.
Why is Joint Commission accredited?
Earning accreditation from The Joint Commission is the choice of the majority of hospitals in the United States. Our goal is to help hospitals consistently deliver the best quality care and exhibit a culture of excellence that inspires them to continually improve their performance.
How long does it take to get Joint Commission accreditation?
The Joint Commission typically renders accreditation decisions two weeks to two months after the survey.
What facilities can be accredited by The Joint Commission?
What is Accreditation. Joint Commission accreditation can be earned by many types of health care organizations, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, nursing homes, office-based surgery centers, behavioral health treatment facilities, and providers of home care services.