Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Video Course (1 CE Credit Hour)
This 1-hour video course covers the diagnosis, treatment, and care of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
Holly DeRosa Walejeski
Explanation of Dementia and other memory loss.
Explanation of Dementia and other memory loss.
Read LessCompassionate and concise
Shan Lin
The instruction was clear. The instructor demonstrated specific communication techniques to use with those suffering from dementia; it was creative and challenging, but applicable for many clinical situations.
The instruction was clear. The instructor demonstrated specific communication techniques to use with those suffering from dementia; it was creative and challenging, but applicable for many clinical situations.
Read LessTitle matched the contents
Manisha Rustagi
Brief and detailed overview
Brief and detailed overview
Read LessIt was amazing! Very informative!
Maria Feldgreber
Great! 5 stars!
Great! 5 stars!
Read LessBasics of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias
Carol Worthington
This was very informative and helpful.
This was very informative and helpful.
Read LessDementia and Alzheimer's in clinical settings
As the prevalence of dementia in older adults is on the rise, the likelihood of encountering patients, clients, or community members who are affected by dementia is higher than ever. This course will give providers an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to better recognize challenges and provide supports to those affected by dementia. The course will cover warning signs, diagnostic process, current medication and non-pharmacological treatment, and best practices for dementia-related care. This course will also cover common symptoms at various stages of dementia, as well as communication techniques and behavioral interventions to best support these symptoms.
Meet our Expert Instructor
Theresa Dewey, ATR-BC, LCPC
Dementia Consultant, Dewey Dementia Consulting
Theresa Dewey is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and board-certified art therapist (ATR-BC) with over 19 years’ experience in dementia care, intellectual disability care, and end-of-life care. She has worked in various settings, including roles at residential facilities, art therapy studios, a behavioral neurology clinic, and the Alzheimer’s Association. Currently, she provides dementia education and consultation through Dewey Dementia Consulting. Dewey is passionate about ending stigma related to dementia and cognitive impairment. She received a Master of Arts in Art Therapy at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a BA in Anthropology/Sociology from Rhodes College.
1 CE Credit Hour Required Training
ILLINOIS Counselors, Psychologists, and Social Workers are required to have one-hour course in training on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias per license renewal period.
Approved CE provider
Spring Advisory, PLLC has been approved by The National Board For Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7169. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Spring Advisory, PLLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
The Art Therapy Credentials Board recognizes CE credits granted by NBCC Approved Continuing Education Providers. All CE from Spring Advisory can be counted towards ATR, ATR-BC, and ATCS credential renewals for art therapists per ATCB.
Spring Advisory is an Illinois Social Work CE Sponsor, #159.001540
Spring Advisory is an Illinois Psychologist CE Sponsor, #268.000141
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