Series - 8 Hour Dementia Training Series (8.0 HR)
All staff working in the long term care setting will increase their knowledge and skills in caring for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. This bundle of courses includes the following modules: Dementia Training: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease, Communication, Behavior Management, Philosophy of Care, Family & Staff Issues, Activities for Persons with Dementia, Activities of Daily Living, Medication & Nutrition, and Ethical Issues.
Purpose: All staff working in the long term care setting will increase their knowledge and skills in caring for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. This bundle of courses includes the following modules: Dementia Training: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease, Communication, Behavior Management, Philosophy of Care, Family & Staff Issues, Activities for Persons with Dementia, Activities of Daily Living, Medication & Nutrition, and Ethical Issues. Completion of all seven modules has the following Continuing Education Credits: 9.6 contact hours Iowa BON #335; 9.6 contact hours CA Board of Nursing CEP 14033; 8.0 contact hours CE Broker # 50-4572 Florida and District of Columbia; 8.0 CE hours for certified nursing assistants; long term care department heads; and other health care disciplines.