Dementia Care Specialist (DCS) Curriculum 2025
With the support of UCLA, The John A. Hartford Foundation and GAPNA, The Dementia Care Specialist (DCS) Curriculum was developed. The curriculum is based on the UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program model. It provides a basic knowledge base for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) who are looking to advance their expertise in caring for patients with dementia.
Contact hours available until December 30, 2027.
Lessons
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Nursing Continuing Professional Development Information
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Modules 1 - 5
Contact Hour Evaluation
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Modules 6 - 8
Contact Hour Evaluation
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Modules 9 - 11
Contact Hour Evaluation
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Modules 12 - 13
Contact Hour Evaluation
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Modules 14 - 21
Contact Hour Evaluation
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Modules 22 - 24
Contact Hour Evaluation
This session focuses on training APNs as dementia care specialists (DCS) based on the UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program model. Methods include role-playing utilizing evidence-based tools required to perform a comprehensive cognitive assessment. These validated tools will help support a clinical understanding of person-centered care including caregiver needs to formulate a comprehensive dementia care plan.
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Dementia Care Specialist Clinical Skills Training
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Knowledge Check
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Final Transcript
