Approximately 750,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.
Would you like to become knowledgeable about the nature of dementia and its prevalence? Join an instructor led (virtual) class this fall and earn a Statement of Achievement in Dementia Studies.
- Enhance your awareness of the research related to dementia.
- Grasp the kinds of changes that occur with aging.
- Improve the care and quality of life for those impacted by dementia.
- Recognize personal values and how they influence ethical decision-making.
Dementia Studies statement of achievement requires successful completion of five (5) compulsory courses. The courses listed here are currently being offered. This may not be the full list of required and elective courses. View the program outline and requirements here.
Learn more about declaring your interest in completing this credential.
2024-2025 Schedule:
Sept 2024
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Nov 2024
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Feb 2025
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Apr 2025
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Sep 2025
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GENI 511 - Overview of Dementia Care
(prerequisite for all other courses)
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GENI 2501 - Communication Strategies |
GENI 2102 - Enhanced Care Strategies |
GENI 2408 - Ethics and Legalities |
GENI 2450 - Dementia Studies Capstone |
Bookmark this page. Registration available now.
For more information contact us at lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca