Get Rule 115 Right
Without the Guesswork.
A clear, step-by-step training that walks you through what Rule 115 actually requires, how to prepare for your BALC survey, and how to move forward with confidence toward earning your CILA certificate.
Starting a CILA is one of the most rewarding things you can do.It's also one of the most complex.
Rule 115 alone is dozens of pages of regulatory requirements. BALC surveys are rigorous. Documentation standards are exacting. And the cost of getting it wrong — a failed survey, a delayed license, a compliance violation — can set your program back months or cost you thousands of dollars.
Most new providers try to piece it together on their own — reading the rule, calling IDHS, searching theinternet. Some figure it out. Many don't — at least not before making expensive, stressful mistakes thatcould have been avoided.
There had to be a better way. So we built one.
CILA Launch Academy
New Providers Orientation
This is the training we wish existed when new providers were getting started. A clear,
organized, self-paced online course that walks you through everything you need to
know about Rule 115, IDHS, and BALC — in plain language, with real examples,
actionable checklists, and the confidence that comes from being truly prepared.
The 8 Modules
A structured path from regulatory fundamentals to post-licensure operations.
Module 1 - Introduction to CILA
What a CILA is, types of settings, the Illinois regulatory landscape, IDHS, BALC, and the HCBS Settings Rule.
Module 2 - Rule 115 In Depth
The full structure of Rule 115 — licensure, physical environment, staffing, individual rights, health requirements, and day services.
Module 3 - ISPs & Person-Centered Practice
Writing compliant, meaningful Individual Service Plans. QIDP roles, goal writing, progress documentation, and person-centered thinking.
Module 4 - Policies, Procedures & Infrastructure
Every required policy under Rule 115, how to write them, record-keeping systems, and governance requirements.
Module 5 - Incident Reporting & Quality Management
Reportable incidents, IDHS reporting timelines, root cause analysis, Plans of Correction, and internal quality systems.
Module 6 - The BALC Survey Process
What BALC does, how surveys work, what surveyors review, types of citations, and how to write an effective Plan of Correction.
Module 7 - BALC Survey Readiness Bootcamp
Your pre-survey internal audit, staff preparation, document organization, and a 30-day survey readiness sprint.
Module 8 - Post-Licensure Operations
Life after licensure, provisional vs. standard license, staying compliant, scaling your program, and sustainable operations.
WHAT ELSE YOU GET
More than a course — a complete toolkit.
Is this right for you?
Built for new CILA providers.
This course is for you if...
You're launching a CILA program and don't know where to start with Rule 115
You've read the rule but still aren't sure if you're truly prepared for a BALC survey
You want to build a compliant, person-centered program from day one — not patch problems after the fact
You're an agency owner, executive director, program manager, or sole operator new to CILA
You want a self-paced resource you can return to again and again as your program grows
This course is not for you if...
You're an experienced CILA provider looking for advanced clinical training
You're looking for legal advice or regulatory consulting (we recommend connecting with an IDHS-approved consultant for that)
You want a live, instructor-led experience (this is a self-paced online course)
Results that speak for themselves.
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Before I found this course, I had read Rule 115 three times and still wasn't sure I understood what BALC would actually look for. After completing the CILA Launch Academy, I felt genuinely prepared. We passed our initial survey with zero condition-level citations.
Natasha
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As someone new to the CILA world, I needed something that explained the regulations in plain language — not just the legal text. This course did exactly that. The BALC prep module alone was worth the entire investment.
Sarah
Investment & Enrollment
Start today. Pay once. Keep forever.
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
We're confident this course will give you the preparation and clarity you need to launch your CILA program with confidence. If you complete Module 1 and don't feel it's right for you, contact us within 30 days for a full refund. No hoops, no hassle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course approved by IDHS or BALC?
How long do I have access?
I already have some human services experience. Will this still be valuable?
Is this only for Illinois providers?
What if I have questions while going through the course?
Your CILA program
deserves a strong foundation.
The individuals you'll serve deserve a provider who walked in prepared. Enroll today and give yourself — and your future residents — the start they deserve.
