Empower, Engage, Evolve
IALA's Annual Conference & Tradeshow
October 22-23, 2025
West Des Moines Marriott
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Discussion, Insight and Networking
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Elevating Session Topics: national assisted living update, difficult families, how to treat your staff, self-care, marketing, activities, fire safety, medical cannabis and DIAL.
Online Education
Assisted Living Management Course
This online course is designed for new managers and nurses, or as a refresher course for anyone to better understand Iowa's Assisted Living regulations. This program is 40 contact hours of training, and it also meets DIA requirements.
Medication Management Course
This course is primarily designed for non-licensed health care personnel who provide direct care for people in assisted living with the administration of medications. The content reviews basic medication safety, the 6 rights, and 3 checks of medication administration. Students must be at least 18 years of age to enroll in this course.
