DEMENTIA STUDIES
MULTIDISCIPLINE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
The Dementia Studies Certificate
program is designed to build skills to increase competency in caring
for those with dementia. It will be of particular interest to those
at a post-certificate level already working in the health or social
science field.
Participants learn how to:
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Provide care that
recognizes the uniqueness of each individual and the importance of
preserving the personhood of the individual with dementia;
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Utilize care-giving
strategies that promote the strengths and abilities of the
individual and promote positive outcomes for both the individual
with dementia and the care provider;
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Work collaboratively
within a multidisciplinary team to holistically assess the care
needs of individuals with dementia as well as family members and
significant others;
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Recognize the ethical and
legal implications affecting individuals with dementia and provide
an environment that empowers individuals and families as they
prepare to make difficult choices;
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Stimulate positive changes
in the workplace environment to meet the changing needs of the
individual with dementia;
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Maintain competency as a
care provider by seeking out learning opportunities on an on-going
basis;
This program is approved by the
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates may find employment in long-term care facilities, special units in retirement homes and in cognitive teams with community health agencies.
Admission Requirements:
Courses may be completed for personal
knowledge, however in order to obtain this certificate, students are
required to provide proof of successful completion of an approved
Diploma or Degree Program in Health or Social Service Field. All applicants must complete an application form and forward to:
Program Support Officer
School of Part-time Studies
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-7655
Prior to clinical experience, students
are required to complete an Algonquin College Health Assessment Form
and/or an Immunization Form. A Police Record Check must be
completed and on file prior to the first clinical experience.
In order to complete the certificate,
students must successfully complete all 7 core compulsory courses,
plus 1 elective course.
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