This 8-hour class provides healthcare professionals with fundamental information on Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia care.

Through better understanding of the disease itself, healthcare professionals are able to learn compassionate care techniques and manage the stress associated with cognitive changes.

This class is the required seminar for those pursuing the Certified Dementia Practitioner certification and those who qualify through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

To see if you qualify, please visit the NCCDP website at www.nccdp.com.



MODULES COVERED


Diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of Alzheimer’s
disease and related dementia.

Communication

Depression

Feelings

Hallucinations and Paranoia

Pain

Repetitive Behaviors

Aggressive Behaviors

Hoarding

Wandering

Catastrophic Reactions

Intimacy and Sexuality

Personal Care

Nutrition

Activities

Environment

Staff and Family Support

Diversity and Cultural Competence

Spiritual Care

End of Life Care




I often hear people say that a person suffering from Alzheimer's is not the person they knew. I wonder to myself - Who are they then?" - Bob DeMarco