KACE upcoming events

On-Demand Webinars (29 Oct 2025)

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:00:00 GMT

On-Demand Education from the 2025 KACE Convention

Please note, this is an on-demand webinar. Upon paying for the event registration you will receive a link to the webinar that you can view anytime. The date in event is not the date that the webinar will take place. You can complete the education on-demand at a time that is convenient for you.

AI in Healthcare and Aging Services - Presented by Leland Babitch, Improve Health (1 Admin CEU)

Fostering a Multi-Generational Culture of Excellence - Presented by Veronica Calliet, Calliet & Company (1.5 Admin CEUs)

Promoting Safety Through a Successful Fall Prevention Program and Reducing Legal Implications- Presented by Veronica Calliet, Calliet & Company (1.5 Res Care CEUs)

The Practical Approach to Elevating Your Dining Experience- Presented by Josh Hill, SGC Foodservice (1 Res Care CEU)

Panel: Best Practices for Working with Families in Challenging Situations- Presented by TBD (1 Res Care CEU)

HR Do's and Don'ts - Presented by Karen Sturchio, Director of Human Resources, Corterra Healthcare (1.5 Admin CEUs)

Principles of Leadership- Presented by Spencer Bartlett, Ensign (1 Admin CEU)

Continuing Education Credit:

Please note KACE can only provide administrator/operator CEs for this education.

This event is approved for up to 7.5 continuing education clock hours for adult care home administrators and registered operators by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (LTS# A1427) including 5 hours in the core area of Administration and 2.5 hours in the core area of Resident Care.

Kansas Adult Care Executives is approved as a provider of continuing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. This course offering is approved for up to 7.5 contact hours applicable for RN or LPN re-licensure. Kansas State Board of Nursing provider number LT0341-0624.

On-Demand Education from the 2025 KACE Convention

AI in Healthcare and Aging Services - Presented by Leland Babitch, Improve Health (1 Admin CEU)

Fostering a Multi-Generational Culture of Excellence - Presented by Veronica Calliet, Calliet & Company (1.5 Admin CEUs)

Promoting Safety Through a Successful Fall Prevention Program and Reducing Legal Implications- Presented by Veronica Calliet, Calliet & Company (1.5 Res Care CEUs)

The Practical Approach to Elevating Your Dining Experience- Presented by Josh Hill, SGC Foodservice (1 Res Care CEU)

Panel: Best Practices for Working with Families in Challenging Situations- Presented by TBD (1 Res Care CEU)

HR Do's and Don'ts - Presented by Karen Sturchio, Director of Human Resources, Corterra Healthcare (1.5 Admin CEUs)

Principles of Leadership- Presented by Spencer Bartlett, Ensign (1 Admin CEU)

KACE Operator Training Program - May 2026 (28 Apr 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

KACE Operator Program

The KACE Operator Program is a 45-hour education course.

Upon successful completion of the course and the exam,

students will submit an application to KDADS to become a registered operator.

Program Format: Blend of remote learning and in-person class time.

Remote learning: Tuesday, April 28th- Tuesday, May 19th:

Delivered through an online learning management system students will:

View on-demand webinars and complete independent

study assignments (approximately 30 hours)

In-person class: Wednesday, May 20th 8 AM - 4:30 PM:

Bishop Learning Center

3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614

Sumner Room

In-person class topics for May 20th include:

Survey Preparedness

Functional Capacity Screen and Negotiated Service Agreements

Admission Transfer & Discharge Requirements

Overview of the State Survey Process and Top Cited Deficiencies

In-person class: Thursday, May 21st 9 AM - 4 PM:

Bishop Learning Center

3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614

Sumner Room

In-person class topics for May 21st include:

Teamwork and Leadership

Course Review & Exam Preparation

State of Kansas Operator Course Exam

Course requirements:

Operator students must be at least 21 years of age.

Operator students must have and provide one of the following:

(1) Academic transcripts or proof of receipt of an associate’s degree in a relevant field (degrees in business, hospitality, gerontology, health & human services, or other degrees as approved by the secretary)

(2) Academic transcripts or proof of receipt of a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree

(3) High school diploma or the equivalent AND evidence of one year of relevant experience in business, hospitality, gerontology, health & human services, or other fields as approved by the secretary)

KACE Academy Programs are designed to help individuals grow further into their professional careers delivering unparalleled education and trainings, access to necessary resources and critical updates to help them stay ahead of compliance requirements, and networking connections with peers, colleagues, and mentors that develop meaningful relationships and facilitate the sharing of knowledge.

Day in Topeka- June 2026 (12 Jun 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Day in Topeka

Shawnee County Public Library

Menninger Room #206

1515 SW 10th Ave. Topeka, KS 66604

Friday, June 12, 2026

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Presentations by representatives of the Long-Term Care Network that you will interact with once you're a licensed administrator, including KDADS, Kansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Kansas State Fire Marshal, Leading Age Kansas, KFMC and others

12:00 PM-1:00PM - Lunch (provided by KACE)

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Observation of the Board of Adult Care Home Administrators (BACHA) Board Meeting - BACHA is the regulatory board for administrators in Kansas. During this meeting, the BACHA board may review/discuss potential statute or regulatory changes to consider, complaint investigations, etc.

Your preceptor is welcome to join you for this valuable experience.

June 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar (23 Jun 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

June 23 & 24, 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar

AIT Pre-Test Seminar

June 23 & 24, 2026

The pre-test seminar will be held in-person in Topeka, KS. The exact location will be set soon!

KACE is excited to partner with Joseph Townsend for the KACE AIT Pre-Test Seminar!

Joseph Townsend is the author of The Principles of Health Care Administration, a book used to develop questions for the NAB exam.

Attendees will also receive an NAB Review Study Guide prepared by Joseph Townsend.

AIT Pre-Test Seminar Agenda:

June 23rd: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

8:30 AM Welcome, Introductions & Seminar Overview

8:45 AM Domain 1: Care, Services & Supports

* Quality of Care, Quality of Life & Ancillary Services

12:00 PM Lunch Break (on your own)

1:00 PM Domain 2: Operations

* Financial Management

* Risk Management

4:30 PM Adjourn

June 24th: 8:30 AM-3:30PM

8:30 AM Domain 2 continued: Operations

* Human Resources

9:00 AM Domain 3: Environment & Quality

* Care Settings

* Regulatory Compliance

12:00 PM Lunch Break (Provided by KACE)

12:45 PM Domain 4: Leadership & Strategy

* Organizational Strategy

3:30 PM Adjourn

The pre-test seminar is offered quarterly.

2026 KACE Convention Vendor Registration (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

KACE 54th Annual Convention Vendor Registration

KACE 54th Annual Convention

Vendor Partner Invitation

Golf Tournament - August 18

Willowbend Golf Club

Conference - August 19-21

Vendor Show - August 19

Optional Vendor Show - August 20

KACE Annual Convention Conference Location

Marriott Hotel

9100 Corporate Hills Rd.

Wichita, KS 67207

316-651-0333

Reception Fun and Vendor Show Decorations and Prizes

The reception and vendor show will have booth decorating and dress attire options that will be rewarded with prizes. More details coming soon!

Booth Information

The cost of a booth is $949 for an 8-foot booth.
One vendor company per booth.
One skirted booth with divider.
Company sign on booth.

Event Details

August 19 Vendor Show
- 1:00 - 3:00 PM
August 20 Optional Vendor show
- 11:15 - 12:15 PM.
Move in - August 18 after 5:00 PM.
Move out - August 19th or 20th.

Trade Show Benefits

Access to facility Administrators, Executive Directors, and decision makers.
Attendee distribution contact lists.
Quality vendor time with no other convention activities scheduled.
Vendor & Attendee Social Reception on the evening of Wednesday, August 19th.
Two tickets for the August 19th vendor & attendee luncheon.
Sponsors receive signage displayed on booths and at sponsored activities.

Electricity is Available

You will need heavy-duty extension cords, and/or power strips to ensure availability at point desired. (If you need more than 15 amps/110 volts, please contact KACE.)

Cancellation Policy:

• 85 percent refund prior to two weeks before convention. No refund after that time.

Deadline for Booth Space Registration is August 7, 2026

Registrations after July 31 cannot guarantee will appear in the printed materials.

Hotel Information

The Wichita Marriott is a beautiful facility, which is very well suited to the needs of our Convention attendees and vendors.

Reservations

KACE room rate is $139.00 + tax. You must tell them you are with the KACE Convention to get the special rate. Cutoff date for the special rate is August 3rd, 2026. After this date, the special rates will depend on hotel room availability. You can contact them at (316) 651-0333 or (800) 228-9290.

Book your hotel room here!

Annual Golf Tournament Information

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Golf Tournament Registration Coming Soon

Willowbend Golf Club

8001 E. Mulberry Dr.

Wichita, KS 67226

316-636-4653

Registration & Lunch at 11:00; Shot Gun Start at 12:00 noon

Fee is $125.00 per golfer or $425.00 per team.

Day in Topeka- September 2026 (04 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Day in Topeka

Shawnee County Public Library

Menninger Room #206

1515 SW 10th Ave. Topeka, KS 66604

Friday, September 4, 2026

12:00 PM-1:00PM - Lunch (provided by KACE)

Your preceptor is welcome to join you for this valuable experience.

September 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

September 22 & 23, 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar

AIT Pre-Test Seminar

September 22 & 23, 2026

The pre-test seminar will be held in-person in Topeka, KS. The exact location will be set soon!

KACE is excited to partner with Joseph Townsend for the KACE AIT Pre-Test Seminar!

Joseph Townsend is the author of The Principles of Health Care Administration, a book used to develop questions for the NAB exam.

Attendees will also receive an NAB Review Study Guide prepared by Joseph Townsend.

AIT Pre-Test Seminar Agenda:

September 22nd: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

8:30 AM Welcome, Introductions & Seminar Overview

8:45 AM Domain 1: Care, Services & Supports

* Quality of Care, Quality of Life & Ancillary Services

12:00 PM Lunch Break (on your own)

1:00 PM Domain 2: Operations

* Financial Management

* Risk Management

4:30 PM Adjourn

September 23rd: 8:30 AM-3:30PM

8:30 AM Domain 2 continued: Operations

* Human Resources

9:00 AM Domain 3: Environment & Quality

* Care Settings

* Regulatory Compliance

12:00 PM Lunch Break (Provided by KACE)

12:45 PM Domain 4: Leadership & Strategy

* Organizational Strategy

3:30 PM Adjourn

The pre-test seminar is offered quarterly.

December 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar (08 Dec 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

December 8 & 9, 2026 AIT Pre-Test Seminar

AIT Pre-Test Seminar

December 8 & 9, 2026

The pre-test seminar will be held in-person in Topeka, KS. The exact location will be set soon!

KACE is excited to partner with Joseph Townsend for the KACE AIT Pre-Test Seminar!

Joseph Townsend is the author of The Principles of Health Care Administration, a book used to develop questions for the NAB exam.

Attendees will also receive an NAB Review Study Guide prepared by Joseph Townsend.

AIT Pre-Test Seminar Agenda:

December 8th: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

8:30 AM Welcome, Introductions & Seminar Overview

8:45 AM Domain 1: Care, Services & Supports

* Quality of Care, Quality of Life & Ancillary Services

12:00 PM Lunch Break (on your own)

1:00 PM Domain 2: Operations

* Financial Management

* Risk Management

4:30 PM Adjourn

December 9th: 8:30 AM-3:30PM

8:30 AM Domain 2 continued: Operations

* Human Resources

9:00 AM Domain 3: Environment & Quality

* Care Settings

* Regulatory Compliance

12:00 PM Lunch Break (Provided by KACE)

12:45 PM Domain 4: Leadership & Strategy

* Organizational Strategy

3:30 PM Adjourn

The pre-test seminar is offered quarterly.

Day in Topeka- December 2026 (11 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Day in Topeka

Shawnee County Public Library

Menninger Room #206

1515 SW 10th Ave. Topeka, KS 66604

Friday, December 11, 2026

12:00 PM-1:00PM - Lunch (provided by KACE)

Your preceptor is welcome to join you for this valuable experience.