Guiding the Journey: An Interactive Approach to Dementia Care

Program Overview

Whether you’re a caregiver in a health care setting or family environment, you will benefit from this dynamic program. You will be guided through an in-depth exploration of dementia and the scope of care required treating this condition.

Delivery Methods

This program is continuous intake, which means you can start any time.

Self-study

• You will receive a learner guide and access to a NorQuest College tutor
• Final exam may be written at the college or supervised by an approved proctor

Hybrid distance learning

• You will have access to online learning, support activities and a NorQuest College tutor
• Final exam may be written at NorQuest College or supervised by an approved proctor

Course Outline

Course Content

Unit 1 – Preparing to be a Guide

This course gives licensed practical nurses and other health care professionals credit towards the NorQuest College Mental Health Rehabilitation Certificate or Diploma.

Unit 2 – The Journey Begins

Explore the processes and conditions that lead to a diagnosis of dementia.

Unit 3 – Fuel for the Journey

Focus on establishing and maintaining relationships with clients who have dementia. Learn about effective communication strategies and skills of reminiscing, culturally sensitive care, and care for the caregiver.

Unit 4 – Uncharted Territory

Explore altered responses, relocation stress syndrome and restraint use in dementia care.

Unit 5 – Safety First

Learn about safe environments for the client and techniques for maintaining safety for staff members. Discuss the controversial topic of dementia and driving.

Unit 6 – Journey's End

Discuss palliative care as it relates to dementia end-of-life care. Explore anticipatory grief and finding hope during the grieving process.

Last updated: April 29, 2008