Training Courses

High quality training in dementia care

Alzheimer's Society provides high quality training from our own expert trainers as well as other leading dementia trainers. We offer the latest ideas and techniques in helping organisations and individuals provide positive, effective support and care for people with dementia. Courses can be delivered in-house, direct to your organisation, and can be tailored to suit the learning needs of your staff.

To discuss the training opportunities which will be of most value to your workforce, please contact Education and Development on 01904 633581 or email workforcedevelopment@alzheimers.org.uk

 Complete course list

• Introduction to dementia
  A two-day course for anyone who provides support for people with dementia, promoting positive approaches.
• Lost and found
  An interactive two-day course aimed at helping to prepare staff to understand and support clients, families and themselves through the challenges associated with loss, grief and adaptation.
• Meaningful activity and variety in everyday life
  A varied and interactive course based on Alzheimer's Society book of activities.
• Memories are made of this: reminiscence with the person with dementia
  A workshop based around the Memories are made of this publication, providing practical advice and guidance.
• The big step
  A one-day course exploring the emotional and practical impact of a move to residential care, and how we can support people in this difficult decision.

Champions in Dementia

Alzheimer's Society Champions in Dementia programme is designed to equip key individuals with the skills, confidence and freedom to improve day-to-day practice and support colleagues in building a strong culture of person-centred care. 

Caring for people with dementia in acute hospital settings

Alzheimer's Society's ground breaking new course, Caring for people with dementia in acute hospital settings, will help staff working in the acute hospital setting to understand the experience of the person with dementia, and improve care outcomes.