ANCC-Accredited Dermatology CE Courses for Nurses & Senior Living

Dermatology Education for Nurses & Senior Living Support Staff

Who Really Care About Older Adults.

Designed for nurses, caregivers, advanced practice providers, and senior living personnel—

Main Street Dermatology ACADEMY offers practical education to recognize, prevent, and manage common geriatric skin conditions.

Dermatology provider examining an older adults hand with a dermatoscope

Evidence-Based. Accredited. Clinically Proven.

Featured Courses & Bundles

EARLY BIRD PRICING AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME.

Geriatric Dermatology Bundle (12.0 Contact Hours)

Earn 12 ANCC-accredited continuing education hours. For nurses and senior living professionals caring for older adults with multiple dermatologic needs.

Courses: 12

$50

Geriatric Dermatology Bundle (5.0 Contact Hours)

Earn 5 ANCC-accredited continuing education hours. For nurses and senior living professionals caring for older adults with dermatologic needs.

Courses: 5

$20

Chronic Itching In the Elderly (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course focuses on the recognition and management of chronic pruritus in older adults.

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Cultural Competence and Communication in Geriatric Dermatology (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course prepares professionals to deliver culturally competent, person-centered dermatologic care for older adults from diverse backgrounds.

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Management of Venous Stasis and Ulcers (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course focuses on the assessment, prevention and management of chronic venous insufficiency and venous leg ulcers in older adults.

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Detection of Skin Cancer in Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course equips nurses and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognize suspicious lesions in older adults who may be at increased risk for skin cancer.

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Recognizing Elder Abuse on the Skin (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course emphasizes the importance of systematic skin examinations and recognition of injury.

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Skin Safety and Hygiene for Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course focuses on early recognition and management of incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD), skin tears and pressure injuries.

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Pressure Injuries & Wound Care in Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to recognize changes in skin integrity.

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Scabies, Fungal Infections and Other Common Skin Infections in Senior Living Communities (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course prepares healthcare professionals to recognize and prevent contagious skin conditions in older adults.

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Nail Disorders in Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course improves knowledge of nail disorders and maintenance of nails for older adults.

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Role of Nutrition and Hydration in Skin Health for Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This course emphasizes the role of nutrition and hydration in maintaining skin integrity and supporting wound healing in older adults.

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Skin Care Approaches for Elders with Dementia (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course explores evidence-based skin care recommendations for people living with dementia.

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Cold Injuries, Chilblains and Thermoregulation in Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course focuses on preventing, recognizing, and managing cold-related skin injuries in older adults.

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Moisturizers, Emollients and Barrier Repair in Aging Skin (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course provides professionals with evidence-based knowledge and practical strategies to maintain skin barrier health and prevent skin complications in older adults.

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Common Geriatric Dermatoses: Diagnosis and Management (1.0 Contact Hour)

This dermatology course provides an overview of common geriatric skin conditions, including xerosis, intertrigo, venous stasis dermatitis and other common skin conditions.

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Photodamage, Pigmentation, and Actinic Keratoses Management For Older Adults (1.0 Contact Hour)

This course focuses on recognizing photodamage and distinguishing normal age-related skin changes from lesions requiring further evaluation in older adults.

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Teledermatology for Older Adults: Accessibility and Best Practices (1.0 Contact Hour)

This course explores teledermatology accessibility and best practices for older adults in need of dermatologic care.

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“The practice of medicine is more than science—

it’s caring for people.”

-Dr. Marcus Welby

Main Street Dermatology provider in professional attire holding the Bolognia Dermatology textbook

Evidence-Based.

Courses are grounded in evidence-based guidance from leading national organizations — including the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatology Nurses’ Association, National Gerontological Nursing Association and Center of Advance Palliative Care.

Accredited.

Courses are accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association and a global leader in nursing credentialing.

Main Street Dermatology provider in professional attire holding a cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen) spray device

Clinically Proven.

Courses are developed by experienced dermatology experts – certified nurse practitioners, board-certified dermatologists, and certified dermatology technicians.

Meet Main Street Dermatology.

At Main Street Dermatology, we provide expert, compassionate dermatologic care to older adults — helping them maintain healthy skin, comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

To extend this commitment beyond our medical visits, we created Main Street Dermatology ACADEMY, offering ANCC-accredited education for professionals who care for older adults. Our courses equip nurses, caregivers, advanced practice providers, and senior living personnel with practical, evidence-based tools to recognize, prevent, and manage common geriatric skin conditions.

FAQ

How do I take an online continuing education course with Main Street Dermatology ACADEMY?

1) Click on a course or bundle above

2) Complete 100% of course material and submit the post-learner survey

3) Get your certificate instantly

Are your continuing education courses approved for all types of nursing licenses?

YES.

Main Street Dermatology ACADEMY is accredited and approved to provide online continuing education for healthcare professionals, including nurses, nurse practitioners, caregivers, senior living professionals and other personnel.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (Accepted by nursing boards in all 50 states and U.S. territories) & State-Required Courses from individual state boards for specific courses and professions.

Which states accept your nursing continuing education courses?

We are an ANCC accredited provider of continuing nursing education. ANCC accreditation is accepted by the nursing board of all 50 states and U.S. territories.

How quickly can I get my continuing education course certificate of completion?

All our courses are available online. You can take a course at any time. Your certificate of completion is available instantly after you successfully complete a course and your payment has been processed.

What do I do if I have a question?

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