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Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Care Seminar Program

Next Class Meets 

Dec. 5th and 12th, 2024

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST via Zoom

The Certified Dementia Practitioner credential is an industry-standard in Long-Term Care communities. To become certified, participants must complete the Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Seminar by an approved instructor. 

The program is taught in 8 hours, divided into 2, 4-hour blocks. The following topics are covered:

  • Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis, prognosis, treatment

  • Communication & Feelings

  • Depression

  • Repetitive Behaviors

  • Paranoia, Hallucinations, Delusions

  • Wandering, Hoarding, and Aggressive behaviors

  • Catastrophic Reactions

  • Intimacy

  • Personal Care, Pain, and Nutrition

  • Activities and Environment

  • Staff and Family Support, Diversity, and Cultural Competency

  • Spiritual Care and End-of-Life

Students who complete the program are eligible for certification through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP).

 

Course fee of $195.00 includes complete instruction and access to a digital notebook/coursebook. NCCDP Certification fees are not included.

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