Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders
Certificate Program
Guided Self-Study Course
Target Audience:
Alaska in-home and community-based caregivers, respite workers, personal care attendants, care coordinators, home health care workers, adult day staff, assisted living workers, Pioneers Home staff, and nursing home staff.
ADRD Certificate Program brochure (PDF | 258 KB)
The six-week self-study course is comprised of eight modules
that address the following topics:
- Introduction and history of Alzheimer's Disease
- Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
- Communication in Alzheimer's Care
- Nutrition and Alzheimer's Disease
- Therapies and Activities for Persons with Alzheimer's Disease
- Ethical Issues in Alzheimer's Care
- Cultural Issues in Alzheimer's Care
- Caregivers in the Workplace and Home