Activity Care Professional Program at Collin College

Activity Care Professional (ACP)

Our first in the nation program combines the training you would experience in a Certified Nursing Assistant program with Activity Professional specialized instruction designed to help special populations live quality, enriched, healthier and happier lives. This unique career path will remain in demand for years to come. Get started today! 

Universal Integrated Healthcare Role

Students who graduate from Collin College's Activity Care Professional Program will have a greater likelihood of long-term success in the fastest growing, highest demand sector for tomorrow’s health care professionals. 

 

Academic Awards

 Students may pursue academic awards (AAS or a Level 1 Certificate).  Awards are stackable, so students may choose to start with a Level 1 Certificate and continue toward their AAS.  (**Please note: Classes include a combination of web-based (online ) coursework and some blended [hybrid] as well as experiential clinical site work.  

 

Application Process 

For information on how to apply, please visit the Application Process Page.

 

Contact

For information about the Activity Care Professional Program, please email Andrea Fields or Karrie Newby to set up a time. Credentials and contact information priovided below.

 

Professor Andrea Fields, BSN, RN, AC-BC

Activity Care Professional (ACP) Discipline Lead

afields@collin.edu

972-549-6459

 

Dr. Newby, PsyD, HMCT, AC-BC, CWP, CDP, CADDCT

Activity Care Professional (ACP) Program

knewby@collin.edu

 

Additional Resources

Opportunities for Activity Care Professionals

Activity Care Program Application

Activity Care Program Course Catalogue Info