Schoolcraft College and the Alzheimer\u2019s Association have launched a Dementia Care Certificate program to address the growing demand for professionals with expertise in dementia care. Classes are interactive and provide practical skills which can be applied in the workplace or home setting immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To qualify for a Dementia Care Certificate, participants must successfully complete five required classes and two elective classes totaling 16\u201319 hours of coursework. It is strongly recommended that Fundamentals of Dementia Care be taken first.\u00a0For those pursuing all five required classes in one term, we recommend enrolling in CES 4381 Dementia Care Series, which is a cost savings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
View All Classes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Required Classes for Certificate:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to pursue this certificate and gain specialized knowledge to elevate your career? Fill out our Declaration Form<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This training is designed for professionals and personal caregivers who frequently interact with people with dementia. Those who would benefit from this training include: nurses, social workers, pharmacists, physicians, social services, occupational, speech and physical therapists, home health aides, dietitians, massage and aroma therapists, recreation and activities professionals, music and art therapists, dentists, dental hygienists, EMTs, paramedics, assisted living staff and many more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n This educational activity is provided by Schoolcraft College, an approved continuing education provider under the Michigan Board of Nursing Administrative Rule R338.10602(g). All classes are approved for continuing education contact hours for nurses through Schoolcraft College, continuing education contact hours for social workers through the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative, and CEUs for other healthcare professionals. Students will receive a certificate at the end of each successfully completed class documenting the number of CEUs earned.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n There are no prerequisites prior to enrolling in our Dementia Care Certificate program. Our dementia care classes are designed to accommodate all levels of education and experience, from entry level professionals to those with extensive experience in the field.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n It is recommended that Fundamentals of Dementia Care be taken first. Other classes may be taken in any sequence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Students are required to complete all required and elective classes at Schoolcraft College to satisfy the certificate requirements. Transfers will not be accepted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n All books and materials are included in the class fee and will be distributed in class.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Instructors are selected by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association (www.alz.org<\/a>) and approved by Schoolcraft College. Each instructor goes through comprehensive training and is given specific instruction on our quality standards of teaching.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n To qualify for a Dementia Care Certificate, participants must successfully complete five required classes and two elective classes, totaling 16-19 hours of coursework. Students must attend all class sessions and pass the competency exam given at the end of each class in order to receive their certificate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Upon successful completion of the required classes, students must contact Schoolcraft College PPL by emailing ppl@schoolcraft.edu<\/a> or calling 734-462-4448 to request their certificate. Your information will be verified by our staff and the certificate will be mailed to your home.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Who should take these classes?<\/summary>
Will I earn continuing education hours to maintain my professional certification by taking these classes?<\/summary>
Do I need to fulfill any prerequisites prior to registering for any of these classes?<\/summary>
Do I have to take the classes in a certain order?<\/summary>
I have already taken dementia\/Alzheimer’s classes elsewhere; can I transfer them to the Schoolcraft College program?<\/summary>
Will I need to purchase any books for this program?<\/summary>
Who are the instructors?<\/summary>
What is considered successful completion of the training program?<\/summary>
How do I get my Dementia Care Certificate?<\/summary>
How do I sign up for this program?<\/summary>