Raising the Standard
of Care in Maryland
For over 15 years, we've trained thousands of healthcare professionals with state-approved courses led by real experts—not videos or chatbots.
The Ascend Difference
15+ Years State Approved
OHCQ-certified training vendor trusted by Maryland's healthcare community since the beginning.
Expert-Led, Not Automated
Real instructors with direct access. Call, email, or meet them—no chatbots or support tickets.
Lifetime Career Support
Our commitment doesn't end at graduation. Students consistently praise our ongoing mentorship.
Business-Ready Packages
Unique 'Done For You' policies, procedures, and business plans for facility licensing.
Meet Your Instructors
Real experts with decades of combined experience. Not recorded lectures—actual mentors invested in your success.
Juana McAdoo
Executive Director
- 15+ Years Senior Resource Advocate
- Author, 80-Hour ALM Course & Workbook
- Prince George's Community College Faculty
Ted Travis
Partner & CFO
- Business Operations Expert
- Certified CPR & First Aid Instructor
- Facility Licensing Specialist
Teaches
Jeanne Hartnett
Dementia Care Specialist
- NCCDP Certified
- Activity Professional
- Cognitive Coaching Expert
Teaches
What Our Students Say
Real reviews from real students—verified on Google, Facebook, and official documents.
"Ted and Juana were exceptional instructors—knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in each student's success. Their teaching style made even the most complex material easy to understand and apply. What truly stood out was their continued support even after the course ended. The tools, insights, and confidence I gained through Ascend Healthcare have been invaluable."
"I loved training with Ascend! Mr. Travis and Ms. Juana are always there to help you, even after you have finished the class."
"Excellent learning experience! I would highly recommend Ascend Healthcare to anyone wishing to own and operate an assisted living facility or work in the assisted living field."
"Ascend Healthcare training is completely well organized and materials are digested in chunks to retain the information. I would definitely recommend this to people. I did register with another training program but I pulled out due to lack of organization, then I came across Ascend. I am super glad I did."
"Ms. McAdoo is very reliable, a professional who respects and adheres to the guidelines set by the college. She is a joy to work with and an asset to this organization. I am proud to have her on our healthcare team."
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