The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Center for Community Development, Engagement and Training (CCDET) along with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has developed dementia care training specific to healthcare providers. Healthcare providers represent any agency personnel working in a health care setting. Some examples of healthcare providers are healthcare managers and supervisors, doctors, dentists, nurses, certified nursing assistants, respiratory therapists, occupational and physical therapists, dental hygienists, housekeeping and dietary staff, and ER staff. CCDET staff is also available to come to your location to offer this trainng to your staff. Please contact dementia@uwosh.edu for availablity and pricing.
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Course Content
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Approximate Course Completion Time: 3.5 hours
Cost: Cost is dependent on size of group and location of training
Certificate of Completion and Continuing Education Units
Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate of completion stating the number of course hours.
Continuing Education Units are available through the University of Wisconsin Extension after successful completion of this training and receipt of a certificate of completion. Application forms will be emailed to you. There is a separate fee for this service.
Entry on the Dementia Training Registry
The names of individuals who successfully complete this course, titles of courses completed and dates are published on the UW Oshkosh CCDET Dementia Training Registry. This Registry will be available to prospective employers and to individuals seeking facility or home care services. This Registry does not replace industry standards and regulations for hiring. Processes in hiring must continue to be followed.
Have Questions About This Course?
Please contact the registration staff at 920-424-1071 or regstaff@uwosh.edu for further assistance.