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An Introduction to Wellness Programs

AHIP’s An Introduction to Wellness Programs online course helps make your worksite wellness program more outcome-focused, with data-driven evidence that show the return on your investment. A lasting benefit of workplace wellness initiatives is they help employees avoid or lessen the effects of chronic disease. This course explores the correlation between workplace wellness and health care costs.

Course Details

Format
18-hour course length
1 exam

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Enrollment
$205 ÐÜèÊÓƵMembers
$265 Non-Members
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866.234.6909
Support@AHIPInsuranceEducation.org

At a Glance

  • Students have up to 90 days to complete course
  • Counts toward the FHIAS® professional designation
  • Flexible, self-paced online format
  • Technical support available by phone or email

What You’ll Learn

  • The basics of workplace wellness programs, including benefits to individual participants and opportunities for sponsoring organizations
  • Wellness program design elements and options, health risk assessment, and the need for a wellness committee
  • Establishing timelines and budget parameters
  • The role of senior management; how gender, and diversity within the employee population factor into program design
  • Attracting and maintaining employee participation including how to inspire, grow, you’re your staff’s interest
  • Approaches to healthy aging including how wellness programs can help workers postpone infirmities associated with chronic diseases
  • Steps for gathering data, evaluating outcomes, and achieving return on investment
  • Legal issues under HIPAA, GINA, ADA, ERISA, and recent health care reforms
  • Various models of care, including patient-centered medical homes, accountable care organizations, and value-based insurance design; how these approaches apply to or can be combined with wellness programs

Who Should Take This Course

  • Agents and brokers
  • Benefits specialists
  • Corporate decision-makers
  • Employee assistance professionals
  • Health, fitness, and rehabilitation professionals
  • Human resources professionals
  • Long-term care professionals
  • Occupational health professionals
  • Underwriters
  • Wellness managers

For even greater ROI, contact our experts at TrainingSolutions@ahip.org or call the Support Team at 866.234.6909. We can create a custom blend of courses, test prep classes, and group sessions that make the most sense for you and your budget.

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