You’re listening to Certify It, a healthcare education podcast powered by The Mason Center for Healthcare Education. Hear certification program news, updates, and discussions from thought leaders around advancing your career in healthcare by continuing your education.
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You’re listening to Certify It, a healthcare education podcast powered by The Mason Center for Healthcare Education. Hear certification program news, updates, and discussions from thought leaders around advancing your career in healthcare by continuing your education.
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Recent Episodes
April 8, 2026
A Look Inside the Hillcrest Foundation’s Local Mission | Lavonda Cantrell
<p>In this episode of Certify It, Doug Bryant sits down with Lavonda Cantrell, Vice President of The Hillcrest Foundation, to explore how the organization is transforming lives through education, community partnerships, and direct support services. From funding CNA certifications to providing transportation and covering critical healthcare costs, the Hillcrest Foundation is breaking down barriers for individuals seeking careers in healthcare and seniors needing essential services.</p><h4><strong>Key Topics Covered</strong></h4><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The mission and founding principles of The Hillcrest Foundation</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Community partnerships with hospitals, nonprofits, and aging services</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Real-life patient success story funded by the foundation</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Supporting other nonprofits like Random Acts of Flowers</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Upcoming events including golf tournament and a comedy fundraiser</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How listeners can donate or get involved</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Connect with Doug:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bryant-ed-d-mba-sphr-77092a201/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p>Buy Tickets: <a href="https://givebutter.com/ijwGmx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://givebutter.com/ijwGmx</a></p><p>Sponsored by <a href="https://www.propelinsurance.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Propel Insurance</a></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.solinitymarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grit and Gravel</a></p><p><a href="https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn More About The Mason Center for Healthcare Education.</a></p>
March 4, 2026
Why Medication Aides Matter in Senior Living | Kim Mountz
<p>What if the next step in your healthcare career didn’t require years of school, but could dramatically increase your skills, confidence, and impact?</p><p>In this episode of Certify It, Doug Bryant sits down with Kim Mountz, Vice President of Clinical Services for Hillcrest Healthcare, to discuss the Medication Aide program at the Mason Center for Healthcare Education. As a coauthor of the program and a long-time long-term care leader, Kim shares why Medication Aides are essential extensions of nurses, not replacements, and how this role strengthens resident trust.</p><h3>Key Topics Covered</h3><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why long-term care “gets in your blood”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The stigma and truth about careers in senior living</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How the Tennessee Medication Aide program was developed and approved</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why CNAs are uniquely positioned to succeed as Medication Aides</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How Medication Aide certification prepares you for LPN or RN programs</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Connect with Doug:</strong></p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bryant-ed-d-mba-sphr-77092a201/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></u>: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bryant-ed-d-mba-sphr-77092a201/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bryant-ed-d-mba-sphr-77092a201/</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn More about the Mason Center for Healthcare Education</a></u>:</p><p><u><a href="https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/</a></u></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://gritandgravel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grit and Gravel Marketing</a></p>
February 4, 2026
How Nursing Burnout Led to a New Purpose in Education
<p>In this episode of Certify It, we welcome Daphne Credle, LPN, an instructor at the Mason Center for Healthcare Education. Daphne shares her personal journey into nursing, from being inspired by caregiving in her family to navigating early-career burnout during the COVID era.</p><p>What started as an interest in pediatrics eventually led Daphne to an unexpected but fulfilling role in healthcare education. She discusses why nursing careers are rarely linear, how burnout doesn’t mean failure, and why trying different paths within healthcare can lead to long-term satisfaction.</p><h3><strong>Key Topics Covered</strong></h3><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Daphne Cradle’s journey into nursing and education</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Navigating burnout without leaving healthcare</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What certified medication aide (CMA) training looks like</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The importance of mentorship in healthcare education</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Learning styles and student success strategies</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Connect with Doug:</strong></p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bryant-ed-d-mba-sphr-77092a201/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></u></p><p><strong>Learn More about the Mason Center for Healthcare Education: </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.themasoncenterknox.com/</a> </u></p><p><strong><u><a href="https://gritandgravel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Produced by Grit and Gravel Marketing</a></u></strong></p>
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