# ((course.code)) ((course.title)) Course level:((course.creditLevel)) [Back to Program](#) Christine O. | BSA Need help enrolling in a single course? Call[866-354-1800](tel:866-354-1800)or[schedule a call](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/lets-talk). LSM/404Introduction to Lifespan Management 3credits Total credits 5weeks Course length Take this course as part of a degree orcertificate program. [Request info](/request/request-information)[View all programs](/online-degrees/find-your-program.html) Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information. University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative. This course introduces students to the lifespan management industry. Focus will include defining populations of lifespan management as well as industry specific terminology. Students will explore various environments and services for populations requiring care over the lifespan. Students will also be introduced to financial and quality management, as well as regulatory requirements for the industry. Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information. University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative. ![](/content/dam/edu/courses/img/course-template/skills-illustration-cdp.png) ### Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years. ### Corporate Compliance Analyze the role of finance and regulations in lifespan management ### Long Term Care Compare lifespan management environments and services ### Demography Identify populations needing lifespan management ![](/content/dam/edu/courses/img/course-template/skills-illustration-cdp.png) ## Why take courses at University of Phoenix? ### Learn from accomplished professionals ![Headshot of David Norcross, MS](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/bsb-david-nocross.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=347) "My teaching philosophy incorporates an inclusive and engaging learning environment where I encourage every student to feel empowered to explore, question and grow. 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