Description
This course is offered jointly with Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles, who is the joint provider. Objectives of this course include: describe the underlying causes of challenging behaviors of a person with dementia; identify how to use a family-centered approach when working with families; describe how to utilize the 3-step strategy (IDEA) to reduce and effectively manage behavioral symptoms; identify principles of effective and compassionate communication; and identify the importance of using non-pharmacological approaches when managing behavioral symptoms.
Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours to the following professions:
- Nurses (RN, LVN, LPN) (all states)
- Certified Case Managers (CCM)
- Certified Rehab Counselors (CRC)
- Social Workers (NASW)
Must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed. Course will be updated or discontinued on or before July 31, 2027.
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