Dementia Training
Available for staff education in presentation form or Certificate for training seminar.
- Educate staff about dementia, the types of dementia (most common), and how to work with patients/clients with dementia. Approximately 60 min in length with PowerPoint presentation, case scenarios, and question/answer session.
- The seminar includes comprehensive hand out notebook, test, and communication video. Presentation style is Overhead or Power Point. The seminar is generally taught over an 8 hour day but in those states that require 20 or more hours, the seminar is adapted to fit the state in which you live in to meet state requirements.
The training includes the following modules:
- Introduction to Dementia: (Diagnosis, Prognosis, Treatment)
- Communication and Feelings
- Depression and Repetitive Behaviors
- Paranoia, Hallucinations, Wandering and Hoarding
- Aggressive Behaviors, Catastrophic Reactions, Intimacy and Sexuality
- Personal Care: Bathing, Dressing, Toileting and Nutrition
- Activities
- Environment
- Staff and Family Support
- Diversity and Cultural Competence
- Spiritual Care and End of Life Issues
- Pain
- Neglect and Abuse
**With completion of this seminar, students will be able to apply to become a certified dementia practitioner (DCP)
