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About professional training
The Alzheimer's Association is committed to helping professionals improve their knowledge and skills, build stronger teams and deliver better care to people with dementia and their families. Our training and education programs are geared to professionals working in both community-based and residential care settings, including activity professionals, administrators, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, and staff trainers.
In addition to the programs listed below, we offer customized in-service trainings on site at your facility. Contact Diane Baughn, Education and Training Services Manager, at 414.479.8800 for more information.
Dementia Specialist Training
Best Practices for Direct Care Staff
Dementia Specialist Training is a colaborative effort of the Alzheimer's Association Wisconsin Chapter Network, funded in part by a grant from the Adminstration on Aging. It is the chapter's core training program for professionals at all levels of care.The two-day Dementia Speciaist Training offers creative, interactive, and fun learning, with opportunities for networking and teambuilding. At the completion of the program, participants receive a certificate designating 15 contact hours.
Audience
Dementia Specialist Training is designed for direct-care staff, including nursing assistants, nurses, therapists, social workers, administrators, and supervisors. It offers the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques for caring for persons with dementia. Most importantly, the program encourages an understanding of the person as a unique individual.
Instructors
The professional staff of the Alzheimer's Association teaches Dementia Specialist Training. Presenters use their expert insights and experiences to help participants get the most out of the learning experience.
The many benefits of the program include:
- An opportunity to experience the world from the view of someone with Alzheimer's disease
- Real-life practical skills and how to use those skills
- Problem-solving techniques to assist with challenging behaviors
- Tips and tools to increase success and make caregiving more satisfying
Programs are conducted in general sessions or on-site at the facility.
For more information and on-site pricing details, contact Diane Baughn at 414.479.8800, ext. 218, or via email at diane.baughn@alz.org.
Please refer to the Professional Education Calendar for currently scheduled trainings. All training sessions run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., both training days unless otherwise indicated. The $100 fee covers both days and includes materials, breakfast refreshments, lunch, and parking. Attendance is limited for all trainings. Registration is through the chapter office at 414.479.8800 unless otherwise indicated.
Dementia Specialist Training is funded in part by a grant from the Extendicare Foundation.
Dementia Care Training
Dementia Care Training is a seven hour program that combines components from the more comprehensive, 15 hour, two-day Dementia Specialist Training program and is conducted on-site upon request.
Dementia Care Training offers the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques for caring for persons with dementia. Most importantly, the program encourages an understanding of the person as a unique individual. Each component of the training builds on the other, providing a solid base of understanding. Participants receive a certificate of completion for seven contact hours.
The training is highly interactive and draws on the experience and knowledge of the participants. Experiential exercises, role playing and group work are used throughtout the program. The techniques and suggestions can be implemented immediately into any setting.
The cost for this training is $1,000.
Audience
Dementia Specialist Training is designed for direct-care staff, including nursing assistants, nurses, therapists, social workers, administrators and supervisors. It offers the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques for caring for persons with dementia. Most importantly, the program encourages an understanding of the person as a unique individual.
Instructors
The professional staff of the Alzheimer's Association teaches Dementia Specialist Training. Presenters use their expert insights and experiences to help participants get the most out of the learning experience.
Training Components
- Understanding Alzheimer's, Dementia and Aging Issues
- Understanding the Person
- Communication
- Environment
- Strengths and Abilities that Remain
- Activities
- Behavior
In-Services
In-services are conducted on-site upon request for professional staff and topics include "Understanding Behavior Changes", "Positive Communication", Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia" and "Meaningful Activities". These programs typically run 60-90 minutes. In addition to these training options we can also create presentations to fit specific topics of interest or needs. The cost for in-services is $100 per hour.
Workshops
For more information or to schedule any of the workshops listed below, please contact Krista Scheel, Program Director, at 414.479.8800 or via e-mail at krista.scheel@alz.org.
Late Stage Alzheimer's: Making Your Visits Count
This workshop is designed for those who work in long-term care, hospice, and other settings and provides a basic understanding of late stage Alzheimer's disease.
Family and Staff Support
A workshop for residential care staff, providing insight on family and staff teamwork.
A Workshop for Clergy
This workshop for pastoral care staff and volunteers provides education on meeting the spiritual needs of persons with dementia.
Seminars and Conferences
Seminars and conferences for professional audiences will be noted here and on the Professional Education Calendar as they are scheduled. Please check back often for new offerings.
