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Dementia Care Excellence Certificate Program
Advance your expertise in dementia care.
Our self-paced online certificate program is designed to deliver a comprehensive understanding of compassionate dementia care and includes a wide range of important topics developed by subject matter experts with decades of experience in dementia care.
With this certificate, you’ll not only add valuable credibility to your professional growth, but you’ll also gain the knowledge and confidence to provide the highest standard of care for individuals living with dementia. Whether you are a professional care provider or a dedicated family member, our program is designed to support your journey toward dementia care excellence.
This Certificate Program is appropriate for:
- First responders
- Healthcare workers
- Long-term-care workers
- Ancillary healthcare workers
- Family
- Non-family caregivers
- And more!
Why Choose our Program?
Enhanced Learning
Benefit from the wisdom of our subject matter experts with real-life examples, case scenarios, and helpful videos to deepen your understanding of dementia care. Learn more about our unique network of subject matter experts here.
Personal Growth
We value the pursuit of professional development through continuous learning and aim to provide meaningful education that truly makes a difference. We stay current on healthcare advancements and industry standards, keeping you at the forefront of dementia care practices.
Flexibility
As a self-paced online program, you can balance learning with a busy professional life. Courses are available on-demand, allowing you to stop and start at your convenience and receive your certificate immediately after completing the program.
Access to Resources
Our program provides access to valuable dementia and mental health resources for providers and family members, such as guidance fact sheets and assessment tools.
Improve Organizational Outcomes
Ensure your staff is equipped to handle sensitive situations and make a profound difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia. A well-trained workforce can positively impact client, resident, and patient satisfaction, reduce staff turnover, boost efficiency, enhance your organization’s reputation, and benefit the community at large. Inquire about corporate accounts to learn more.
Course Topics
Dementia Types: An Overview of Primary Forms
Gain a deep understanding of the various types of dementia and how they manifest and impact individuals differently.
Dementia Related Behaviors
Learn to recognize and manage behavioral changes and triggers commonly associated with dementia, promoting a more peaceful environment for those in case and those providing care.
Combative Behaviors in Persons with Dementia
Acquire essential strategies in effectively minimizing, managing, and preventing combative behaviors, reducing stress and tension within the caregiving relationship.
Sexual Behaviors and Intimacy Needs of Persons with Dementia
Gain knowledge on the sensitive topic of sexual needs and behaviors of persons with dementia and learn important techniques to appropriately manage sexual behaviors with a respectful, person-centered approach.
Wandering and Safety for Persons with Dementia
Enhance your understanding on why wandering occurs and learn best practices and safety measures to mitigate common safety risks.
Communication Considerations When Caring for Persons with Dementia
Master effective and compassionate communication techniques tailored to individuals with dementia, facilitating smoother interactions and improved understanding.
Activities of Daily Living and Assisting Persons with Dementia
Discover practical methods for assisting with daily tasks while preserving autonomy and dignity.
Therapeutic Activities for Persons with Dementia
Learn to assess activity needs of a person with dementia and enhance well-being and quality of life through therapeutic activities designed to stimulate cognitive and emotional engagement.
Additional Program Details
Each course module includes a final quiz that must be passed with 80% of more. The final quiz may be re-taken as often as needed. The certificate will be available immediately upon completion of the program. The program is available for one year from date of purchase.
This program does not include pre-approved continuing education hours/credits for professional license or certification renewal.
If you are interested in obtaining continuing education hours for your staff, please Contact Us.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Dementia Care Excellence Certificate Program is a self-paced online dementia care course designed to provide high-quality dementia caregiver training for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and individuals who support people living with dementia. The program includes 8 course modules that cover dementia types, dementia-related behaviors, communication, safety, activities of daily living, therapeutic activities, and other important care topics to help caregivers provide safer, more compassionate, and person-centered dementia care.
Person-centered dementia care focuses on understanding the individual’s preferences, history, emotions, and needs rather than focusing only on the disease process. This approach can improve quality of life, communication, dignity, and overall care experiences for people living with dementia.
This dementia training for caregivers and dementia education for healthcare workers is appropriate for a wide range of learners, including healthcare workers, long-term-care workers, first responders, ancillary healthcare workers, family caregivers, non-family caregivers, and professionals who interact with people living with dementia. The program may be appropriate for individuals working in assisted living, skilled nursing, in-home care, emergency services, and law enforcement.
No. This program provides a certificate of completion and is intended for educational purposes. It does not grant professional licensure, certification, or credentials regulated by a licensing board.
Yes. This online dementia care program is fully online and self-paced, allowing learners to stop and start at their convenience. Participants receive a certificate of completion after successfully completing the full program.
Yes. The online program can be accessed from most computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices with an internet connection.
The program includes topics such as types of dementia, dementia-related behaviors, combative behaviors, sexual behaviors and intimacy needs, wandering and safety, communication strategies, activities of daily living, and therapeutic activities. These topics are designed to help caregivers provide safer, more compassionate, and more person-centered support.
No. This program does not include pre-approved continuing education hours or credits for professional license or certification renewal. Individuals interested in continuing education hours may view CareerSmart®’s CE catalog and subscription options. Organizations interested in continuing education hours for staff are encouraged to contact CareerSmart® to learn more about Professional Partnerships.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the full program, learners will receive a downloadable and printable certificate of completion for the Dementia Care Excellence Certificate Program. Many learners use this dementia certificate program to strengthen and demonstrate their knowledge and skills in dementia care.
Yes. Each course module includes a final quiz that must be passed with a score of 80% or higher. The final quiz may be retaken as often as needed.
The program is available for one year from the date of purchase.
The run-time for the full program, which includes 8 separate modules, is approximately 8 hours. However, the program is self-paced, so completion time varies by learner. Participants can complete modules at their convenience during the one-year access period.
Yes. This dementia training for caregivers is appropriate for family members who want to better understand dementia and improve the way they support a loved one living with dementia.
Yes. The program can support staff training in settings such as assisted living, skilled nursing, home care, long-term care, healthcare, and community-based services. A well-trained workforce can support resident, client, and patient satisfaction, reduce staff turnover, improve efficiency, and strengthen an organization’s reputation.
CareerSmart®’s dementia care training is developed by subject matter experts with decades of dementia care experience. The dementia caregiver training program uses real-life examples, case scenarios, helpful videos, and practical resources to support both professional and family caregivers.
Yes. The program content is based on current dementia care principles, person-centered care practices, and real-world clinical experience. The training incorporates practical strategies designed to support safe, compassionate, and respectful dementia care.
No. This program can be taken by both professional and non-professional learners. It is designed for anyone who wants to gain a stronger understanding of dementia care, including caregivers, healthcare workers, first responders, and family members.
Learners who need technical assistance may contact CareerSmart® for support at techsupport@careersmart.com or 877-479-7247. The CareerSmart® team is ready to help Monday through Friday, 8AM-5PM PST.