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Our interactive online learning courses provide you with contemporary, evidence based dementia learning. Each course encourages you to reflect on your practice and identify areas for individual or organisational improvement. You can access our range of free courses or purchase individual courses of interest that can be completed in your own time and at your own pace.

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What is dementia?

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FreeDementia is a condition health professionals will encounter in a range of care settings. This 3-part online course is designed to provide you with an introduction to dementia, diagnosis, treatment and support strategies for both the person living with dementia and their carer.
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Communicating in a person-centred way

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$15Good communication skills are essential in providing support to people living with dementia and their carers. In this 3-part online course you will explore communication for people living with dementia and learn how to influence people within the support relationship to promote positive communication.
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How person-centred is your practice?

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$15Person-centred practice is an approach that has evolved over time to become an expectation for service delivery. This 5-part course explores the elements of person-centred practice and frameworks. You will be encouraged to reflect on your current practice and provide strategies to improve and enhance your knowledge.
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A problem solving approach to behaviours

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Free until 30 June 2020, then $15Many people living with dementia will experience behavioural changes associated with dementia. This 3-part course is designed to provide you with an understanding of behaviours through a problem solving approach and explore effective strategies to help prevent or minimise the impact of behaviour.
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5 steps for reducing psychotropic medication

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$15Around one in five residents in Australian aged care homes are prescribed at least one antipsychotic medication. Evidence shows the risks are high and benefits are limited. This online course will unpack why psychotropic use is impacting on the quality of life of people living with dementia and explore 5 steps for reducing psychotropic medication use.
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Nutrition and dementia: food for thought

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$10Poor nutrition is a major health problem for many older people. For people with dementia, maintaining good nutrition is an extra complexity. In this online course you will explore the importance of eating well, the impact of dementia and review the standards and recommendations relevant to your practice in the workplace.
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Quality dementia support in hospitals

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$10People with dementia are major consumers of hospital services. This short online course considers the journey through the hospital system for a person with dementia, taking into account some of the associated risks and possible barriers to quality support. It also prompts workplace reflection and provides practical support strategies.
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