About this course: Health professionals and students, family caregivers, friends of and affected individuals, and others interested in learning about dementia and quality care will benefit from completing the course. Led by Drs. Nancy Hodgson and Laura Gitlin, participants will acquire foundational knowledge in the care of persons with Alzheimer’s Disease and other neurocognitive disorders.
Who is this class for: This course is aimed for health professionals and students, family caregivers, friends, and others interested in learning about dementia.
Created by: Johns Hopkins University
Taught by: Nancy Hodgson, PhD, RN, FAAN, Adjunct Instructor
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
Taught by: Laura N. Gitlin, PhD, Professor
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
| Level | Beginner |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
About Dementia
In this module, we introduce learners to dementia. We present a socio-ecological framework for understanding the live experience of dementia and by which this course is organized. We discuss the global impact, pathophysiology, and stages of dementia.
6 videos, 11 readings, 1 practice quiz
Graded: Week 1 Quiz
Graded: Dementia Rates in your Community
WEEK 2
Impact on the Person
In this module, we focus on the impact of dementia for individuals. You will learn about common unmet needs of persons with dementia as well as the impact of core clinical features such as behavioral and psychological symptoms. Also, you will learn ways to sup...
7 videos, 10 readings
WEEK 3
Caregiving and the Home Environment
In this module, we expand our lens to consider family caregivers’ needs. You will learn the psychosocial impact of caring for a person with dementia and the role of stress. We provide examples of how to reduce stress, use the physical environment to support ca...
7 videos, 12 readings
Graded: Case Study Quiz
Graded: Environmental Safety Checklist Assignment
WEEK 4
Module 4: Community Level
ln this module, we examine the community level. We discuss how the interprofessional team plays a key role in providing comprehensive dementia care. Also, we examine the concept of dementia-friendly communities and provide some examples from around the world.
4 videos, 5 readings
Graded: Dementia Friendly Community Checklist Assignment
Graded: IPE Quiz
WEEK 5
Module 5: Society at Large
In this module, we provide an overview of national plans and policies. We identify elements of key plans and review the impact of such plans from a global perspective. You will also have the opportunity to develop an action plan that addresses an unmet need th...
4 videos
Graded: National Plan Quiz
Graded: Action Plan Assignment
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| Access to graded materials | Not available | Available |
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This course is vital for every caregiver. Thank you so much.
Thanks for a highly informative course
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Very informative and deliberat