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Comprehensive Alzheimer/Dementia Course

8 CEU CREDITS approved
NJ RN, CALA, LNHA, SW, Activity Director

Required course for those seeking certification as Certified Dementia Practitioner

This course is approved by the National Council Certified Dementia Practitioners, NJ Board of Nursing, NJ Board of Social Workers, NJ Department of Health and Senior Services and meets continuing education unit criteria for Activity Coordinators and Certified Nursing  Aides.

This Course provides:
This 8 hour course will give you the edge in successfully providing dementia care in the long term setting, such as an assisted living community , adult day services and related senior facilities.

Plus:
This is the required course for those seeking certification as Certified Dementia Practitioner by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Please go to  www.nccdp.org for options in becoming certified.

Session Fee: $225

Course Schedule

Registration 8:30—9:00AM 9am– 5pm Introduction to Alzheimer's/ Dementia  Diagnosis  Prognosis  Treatment Key Aspects of Disease  Communication and Feelings  Depression and Repetitive Behaviors  Paranoia, Hallucinations, Wandering, & Hoarding  Aggressive Behaviors, Catastrophic Reactions, Intimacy and Sexuality	Lunch: Included in fee Key Aspects of Care  Activities  Environment Personal Care Pain Nutrition Caregiver Support  Staff and Family Support  Diversity and Cultural Competence Spiritual Care and End of Life Issues