Meaningful engagement mentors program
This coaching program is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of your team in providing meaningful engagement for people living with dementia.
Suitable for: Aged care, Allied health, Disability care, Home and community care, Hospitals, Diversional therapists, Facility managers/coordinators, Lifestyle officers, Practice nurses, Registered nurses, Speech therapists
Course type: Communication, empathy and engagement
Duration: Face-to-face: 18 hours of sessions over 12 – 16 weeks. Online: 18 hours of sessions with flexible arrangements.
Delivery mode: Face-to-face, Online
Location: All states and territories
Program benefits
- Staff supporting people living with dementia plan activities based on their specific interests and preferences.
- Nominated staff develop skills to mentor others and support meaningful engagement for people with dementia.
- People living with dementia feel supported to spend time with people and participate in activities that are important to them.
Virtual classrooms
Most of our education courses are now available online. Our virtual classroom sessions are hosted on Zoom, with interactive elements such as polling and break-out rooms. Virtual classrooms provide an opportunity for inter-team learning, which benefits organisations with staff across different locations. This mode of learning is easy to implement and saves time and money by removing the need for travel. If you are new to this mode of learning, we can work with you to ensure you have what you need to make this a success.
Book in your staff
This enquiry form is for group bookings.
If you want to book this course for your staff, fill in the form below.
If you're looking for training for yourself as an individual, see our professional development and training page for individual health workers.
For more information, contact the Centre for Dementia Learning on 1300 336 368. Terms and conditions apply for online courses. RTO Provider number 2512.