Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®
Issued by
Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Earners of the Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® designation have demonstrated advanced knowledge in the multiple processes of aging. CSAs understand how to build effective relationships with older adults because they have a broad-based knowledge of the health, social and financial issues that are important to older adults. Through certification, Certified Senior Advisors agree to uphold the highest ethical standards for the benefit and protection of the health and welfare of older adults.
- Type Certification
Skills
- Aging In Place
- Care Needs Assessment
- Education On Aging
- Elder Abuse
- Elder Exploitation
- End-of-Life Estate Planning
- Family Dynamics
- Issues In Aging
- Mental Changes In Aging
- Mobility
- Older Adult Lifestyle
- Social Aspects Of Aging
- Technology And Aging
- Trends In Aging
Certification Criteria
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Submit renewal fees and accept terms of Attestation Statement (including disclosure questions) annually to maintain use of designation and its marks
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Complete 30 hours of Continuing Education every 3 years, including 3 hours of Ethics via the CSA Ethics Module
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Pass a background check every 3 years
Standards
The Certified Senior Advisor certification program is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB). Accreditation by ANAB demonstrates compliance to a rigorous internationally recognized accreditation process and creates a valuable market distinction for the CSA credential.
The Certified Senior Advisor certification program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). The NCCA Standards were developed to help ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the public. They highlight the essential elements of a high-quality program.