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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.
Our programs and meetings have been attended by activity professionals, administrators, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers and staff trainers. Many of our programs offer CEUs.
Training programs
The Southwest Missouri Chapter offers a variety of professional training programs.
Please click on the calendar above for current listings.
For more information on our professional training programs, contact Rob Hulstra at 417-886-2199 or rob.hulstra@alz.org
Foundations of dementia care
We know that caring for residents with dementia can require specialized skills and exceptional sensitivity to resident needs. The Alzheimer’s Association is now offering training based on today’s best practices in dementia care. Our field-tested training gives your staff:• Person-centered approaches to respond to individual preferences and abilities.
• Modules on the most critical aspects of dementia care, such as pain management and getting enough food and fluids.
• Practical, problem-solving skills staff can use immediately on the floor.
• CEU’s for nurses, social workers and nursing home administrators. We will work with you to select the best training options for your staff needs, scheduling and budget. These options include flexible training schedules with classroom and online capability, modules for supervisors, and customization to meet state regulations.
For more information regarding this program, contact Rob Hulstra at 800-272-3900 or rob.hulstra@alz.org
Web-based training programs
CARES: A Dementia Caregiving Approach
This affordable, Web-based program has six one-hour training modules that are geared primarily to direct care workers, particularly nursing assistants. Each module uses text and streaming video to illustrate how to best care for people with dementia living in residential care settings. Topics include:
- Clara Jones and her Care Team
- Introduction to Dementia
- Understanding Behavior as Communication
- Making a Connection with the Resident
- Eating Well
- Recognizing Pain
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 teamwork.
- Select and use improved communication and supervisory practices.
- Identify techniques and deliver meaningful feedback to members of your team.
- Recognize and create an environment that motivates staff.
