AHCA Issues First Nurse Registry Citation for Noncompliance with Alzheimer’s Training Requirements

Florida Nurse Registries Take Notice: AHCA Issues First CZ875 Citation for Noncompliance with Alzheimer’s Training Requirements

🚨 What Is Core Tag CZ875?

Core Tag CZ875 (ZZ875) is the regulatory citation code AHCA uses when a provider fails to meet the state-mandated requirements for Alzheimer’s and dementia training, specifically under F.S. 430.5025 and corresponding administrative rules. This tag now applies directly to Nurse Registries, not just Home Health Agencies or Assisted Living Facilities.

🧠 ADRD Training Requirements for Nurse Registries

To remain in compliance, your registry must ensure referred caregivers receive:

1. At the Time of Hire/Registration:
   Basic written information about interacting with persons with Alzheimer’s or related dementias.

2. Within 30 Days of Hire/Registration:
   A 1-hour ADRD training course from a DOEA-approved trainer.

3. Within 7 Months of Hire/Registration (if providing personal care):
   An additional 2-hour ADRD course—also through an approved trainer.

These trainings must meet Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) standards and be verifiable with documentation.

❌ Many Providers Think They're Compliant—But They're Not

One of the biggest risks facing nurse registries today is relying on training vendors who are NOT DOEA-approved.

Popular websites like RN.org and others often offer Alzheimer’s training that does NOT meet Florida’s ADRD requirements. These platforms may provide general CEUs—but their courses are not approved under Florida’s ADRD standards, and therefore, do not satisfy AHCA compliance.

Don't make this costly mistake. You can verify whether a trainer is approved here:
👉 DOEA Alzheimer’s Training Provider List

✅ Why Choose C-E-U.com?

At C-E-U.com, we are proud to be listed as an official DOEA-approved online ADRD training provider.

We’re also one of the most affordable options available. Our training is:

• 📱 100% online and mobile-friendly

• ✅ DOEA-approved for both 1-hour and 2-hour ADRD requirements

• 💵 Among the lowest-cost providers in Florida

• 📄 Includes printable certificates & compliance tracking
  

Whether you’re onboarding new caregivers or need to update your training protocols, we provide the tools to help your registry stay audit-ready—without breaking the bank.

⚙️ What AHCA Cited in the CZ875 Violation

In the recent citation, AHCA determined that the registry:

• Did not provide written ADRD information at hire
  

• Had no proof of 1-hour ADRD training within 30 days
  

• Lacked documentation of 2-hour training by 7 months for personal care staff
  

This failure triggered a CZ875 tag, putting the registry at risk of financial penalties and regulatory scrutiny.

📝 5 Steps to Ensure ADRD Compliance:

1. Distribute DOEA-compliant ADRD written info at hire

2. Require 1-hour training within 30 days: https://elderaffairs.org/adrd-training/one-hour-training/

3. Track completion of 2-hour ADRD training within 7 months https://c-e-u.com/course/alzheimers-disease-and-related-dementia-adrd-training-for-caregivers/

4. Maintain training certificates in caregiver records

5. Regularly verify your training vendor is on the DOEA list: https://elderaffairs.org/adrd-training/trainers-curricula/

⚠️ Final Word: Don’t Risk a Citation

Florida’s AHCA has made it clear: Nurse Registries are no longer exempt from dementia training mandates. The recent CZ875 citation shows the agency is actively monitoring compliance—and will enforce consequences.

If your training source isn’t listed on the DOEA website, it won’t protect your agency from being cited.

Protect your business. Support your caregivers. Ensure your training is compliant.

Visit C-E-U.com today to get started.

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