RAC-CT Certification Virtual Workshop 08/31/2026 Hosted by Beacon, Taught by Judy Wilhide
Availability
Release on Aug 17, 2026 7:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Access expires on Aug 31, 2027
Workshop and 10 Exams
Online Meeting
Aug 31, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM ET
Sep 01, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM ET
Sep 02, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM ET
Sep 03, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM ET
Cost
Member: $800.00
Non-Member: $1,026.00
Credit Offered
22.5 CE Credits

Increase your knowledge of clinical assessment and care planning, completion of the MDS, the regulations surrounding the RAI/MDS process, and managing the PDPM by attending an AAPACN Resident Assessment Coordinator—Certified (RAC-CT®) certification workshop. Having the RAC-CT credential behind your name shows you are a knowledgeable and capable MDS professional. RAC-CT certification is the nationally recognized gold-standard in resident assessment in the long-term care nursing profession. By earning this credential, individuals have shown their expertise in skilled nursing facility prospective payment system and minimum data set (MDS 3.0) assessment.

The RAC-CT certification program consists of 10 education courses designed for post-acute care professionals with at least six months of experience with the MDS/RAI process. If you have less than six months of experience, consider taking MDS Essentials as a foundation to get you started and make sure you’re prepared to succeed in the RAC-CT program. To earn the RAC-CT credential, you must successfully complete the associated final certification exams with a score of 80% or higher. You will have one year from the date of the workshop before they expire. There are three exam attempts per course. Recertification is required every two years.

PLEASE NOTE: The instructor will be on camera throughout the workshop. Participant cameras are optional but highly encouraged when possible, as having cameras on helps foster engagement, interaction, and a more collaborative learning experience.

*This workshop is geared towards those who are not yet RAC-CT certified.

Your registration includes four days of virtual instruction from a Master Teacher, access to digital workshop materials, and access to the 10 certification exams. We suggest downloading and saving each PDF to a device of your choice. Although not required, you may print the PDFs at your own expense. If you decide to print your materials, please remember that changes and updates are continually incorporated into the workshop materials.

All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET). If you are unsure what time this workshop will begin where you are, please use this link as a quick reference: www.worldtimebuddy.com

Schedule:

  • Days: August 31-September 3
  • Time: 9 am - 3:30 pm (ET), daily

Access additional program and workshop information (including CEs and cancellation policy) here.


Hosted by: Beacon






Judy Brandt

Judy Wilhide Brandt, RN, BA, CPC, QCP, DNS-CT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, is a nationally recognized expert in skilled nursing facility clinical Medicare compliance, the Five-Star Quality Rating System, Quality Measures, and the MDS/RAI process. With more than 35 years of long-term care experience, she has served as a nurse leader, consultant, state surveyor, and RAI Manager for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Judy has also served as a legal expert in Medicare and Medicaid fraud cases and other federal healthcare initiatives.