Online Course
Cracking the Dementia Code™
Make your job easier. Make their care better. All by understanding how to recognize and manage dementia-related behaviours.
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Program Overview
Cracking the Dementia Code™ empowers you to be a better care provider.
It reframes the way you approach dementia-related behaviours, giving you real-world techniques developed from years of dementia care experience.
Practicality is at the heart of it all — you can start using what you learn right away, and – as you do – you’ll instantly see a difference in how clients respond and how you confidently handle once-challenging situations.
- Learn 9 ways to effectively anticipate and manage dementia-related behaviours.
- Know when to ask questions and when to take the lead with proven therapeutic communication techniques.
- Recognize the triggers and meaning behind dementia-related behaviours with the Ph.A.C.T.S.™ system.
- Reduce fatigue and stress throughout your workday with helpful tips for day-to-day support.
- Solidify your understanding of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and delirium.
National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP) = 2 hours
Upgrade Your Skills!
If you’ve ever felt lost as a caregiver, or wished you had an experienced mentor to consult, this course fills those gaps.
You’ll develop your skills in a meaningful, practical way, plus get ongoing support from peers and leaders in the dementia care field.
Program tuition/registration fee = $107 CAD plus applicable taxes.
Your tuition purchase allows you to be eligible to receive a Canadian Educational Tax Credit to be claimed on your next year’s income tax return.
- 1.5 hours of online, self-paced instruction that can be completed anytime within 3 months of registration.
- Focuses on managing dementia related behaviours using creative non-drug techniques including Therapeutic Reasoning™ and the Ph.A.C.T.S.™ system.
- Includes interactive components as well as helpful caregiver tips.
- Provides an overview of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and delirium.
- Health Care Aide (HCA)
- Personal Support Worker (PSW)
- Companions
- Nurses (LPN/RN)
- Recreation Therapist or Assistant
- Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Managers
- Frontline Health Workers who work with seniors
- 25+ years of dementia care experience
- NCCAP-approved CE Educator
- Co-developed Canada’s first true Dementia Village (opened Aug 2019)
- Women’s Collaborative Hub Exceptional Educator Award Finalist
- Specialist consultant for the Adult Cognitive Wellness Centre
- Certificate in Long Term Health Care Management from CHA Learning
To receive a Certificate of Completion, you’ll need to complete your course evaluation (multiple choice/true or false questions) with a score of 75% or higher.
Once you’ve earned your certificate, it’s yours forever — no renewal required!
As well, completion of this course qualifies for 2 hours of continuing education units (CEUs).
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FAQ
How much does this course cost?
Cracking the Dementia Code™'s tuition fee is $107 plus applicable taxes. If you live in Canada you will be able to claim our tuition on your next year's tax return. More details will be shared with you about this up registration. Click here to pay and start your learning journey.
Do I need to take CDCP™ first in order to be eligible for this course?
No. Cracking the Dementia Code™ is actually the pre-requisite before taking the CDCP™ Dementia Designation Program to become a Certified Dementia Care Provider.
This course is required first, but please know that it's included when you purchase the CDCP™ Dementia Designation Program.
Who is eligible for this course?
Anyone who works with older adults!
We have had nurses, care aides, recreation staff, kitchen staff, companions, managers, as well as families take this course.
We can also offer this course as a workshop for your entire team either over Zoom or in-person. Contact us to learn about our group rates.
I'm an international student. Am I still eligible for Cracking the Dementia Code™?
Yes, of course. As long as you have internet, you are able to register and complete this course.
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