Elder Law Certificate Program

Everyone's clients are aging. Develop critical skills to stay on top of this growing practice area.


WHY YOU NEED IT

Everyone's clients are aging. Develop critical skills to stay on top of this growing practice area.

Take a deep dive into seven core areas, including capacity, Medicaid, and more. Walk away with a comprehensive understanding so you can retain clients and expand your practice. It's perfect for those who are newer to elder law and those who just need a refresher.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN TO DO
  • Evaluate and document capacity
  • Ensure your client is not being unduly influenced
  • Tackle complex government benefits like Medicaid
  • Consider quality of life when making long-term care decisions
  • Petition for the appointment of a guardian/conservator when less restrictive alternatives aren't available
AREAS COVERED
This certificate covers every critical elder law area with 49 comprehensive lessons. Here are just a few areas:
  • Capacity

    Protect yourself and your client. Take the right steps to address incapacity or undue influence.

    Attorney-Client Relationship

    Capacity Assessment

    Response to Finding Incapacity

    Undue Influence

  • Incapacity Planning

    Choose the right planning tool that meets your client's needs. Avoid pitfalls.

    Durable Powers of Attorney

    Patient Advocate Designations

    Long-Term Care Insurance

  • Long-Term Care

    Help clients evaluate critical issues. Prevent family disputes and protect clients for Medicaid purposes.

    Long-Term Care Planning

    Long-Term Care Contracts

    Quality of Care

  • Government Benefits

    Confidently approach Medicaid and more with understandable, practical advice.

    Advance Government Benefits Planning

    Crisis Government Benefits Planning

    Veterans Benefits

  • Running Your Elder Law Practice

    Confidently approach Medicaid and more with understandable, practical advice.

    Foundations of Your Elder Law Practice

    Elder Law Practice Business Setup

    Elder Law Practice Marketing

  • Elder Abuse

    Recognize red flags and give your clients the tools to protect themselves.

    Elder Abuse Identification

    Elder Abuse Solutions

  • Guardianships and Conservatorships

    Choose the protection your client needs. Handle family conflict and an unpredictable hearing.

    Appointment of Guardian or Conservator

    Less Restrictive Alternatives

CERTIFICATE DETAILS

FORMAT

Entirely Online

LEARN FROM

44 Experts

HOURS TO COMPLETE

35–60

SUBSCRIPTION

Two Year

FEE

General: $1495
ICLE Partner: $895

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Learn from 44 Experts including:
Jane A. Bassett

is known for her empathetic handling of difficult challenges. An expert on every aspect of elder law, she puts clients at ease and provides creative solutions. See how she handles the delicate matter of withdrawing from representation.

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Charles S. Ofstein

is an astute practitioner with a quick wit. He knows elder law and estate planning front to back. He's drawn rave reviews on presentations about drafting Medicaid applications. Read his top tips for obtaining Medicaid benefits.

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Roxanne J. Chang

has a background in psychology and gerontology. She provides unique insight on the intersection of quality of life/quality of care. Watch her demonstrate how to identify long-term care needs and goals, including the wishes of the older client.

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CERTIFICATE DETAILS

FORMAT

Entirely Online

LEARN FROM

44 Experts

HOURS TO COMPLETE

35–60

SUBSCRIPTION

Two Year

FEE

General: $1495
ICLE Partner: $895

FAQs

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General $1495
ICLE Partner $895


Available for individual purchase only. Full payment is due at sign-up and is nonrefundable and nontransferable. You have the option to renew your subscription at a discounted renewal price. All online certificates are governed by a subscriber agreement. Two-year subscriber agreement for the Elder Law Certificate Program: www.icle.org/elcp.