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Educational Seminars & Conferences
Seminars and conferences are devoted to the latest medical and social research, as well as best practices for people with dementia and their families. Whether you are a professional working for a community-based agency or a residential care setting, you can keep abreast of the latest developments in research and care. See calendar for dates and times.
Web-based training programs
Do you provide care for someone with dementia or Alzheimer's?
The Alzheimer’s Association® essentiALZ™ certification program is a convenient way for individuals to be recognized for learning quality dementia care practices.
The essentiALZ program combines select HealthCare Interactive® CARES® online dementia care training with Alzheimer’s Association® online certification exams. The essentiALZ program was developed to recognize the knowledge of any caregiver who fulfills the certification requirements, regardless of whether they are paid or unpaid for their care of people with dementia.
Both family members and professional care providers can benefit from this program.
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Dementia Care Training for Team Leaders
This program provides guidance for those who supervise others involved in the care of people with dementia: nurses, unit coordinators, administrators, activity directors or others in leadership positions. After this training you will be able to:
- Identify and implement methods to facilitate team work.
- Select and use improved communication and supervisory practices
- Identify techniques and deliver feedback to members of your team.
- Recognize and create an environment that motivates staff.
This course costs $25 per person and volume discounts are available. For a free demo and to register, go to: https://www5.myvlp.com/landing/alz/index.php?client_id=3759
