Dementia Care | Continuing Education

Please note:

This program is no longer accepting new applicants. If you are currently enrolled in the program, please contact an OntarioLearn Team Member about plans for completion.

About the program

Ideal for caregivers and family members interested in building on the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to care for those with dementia, the goal of the program is to enhance quality of life, health and wellness for those with dementia. Students will learn how to communicate effectively with persons with dementia, fellow health care providers, and family members who must work collaboratively to support the patient. Students will also learn how to plan and organize caregiving strategies with health professionals. Prospective applicants may include paraprofessionals, volunteers with varying educational backgrounds, and the general public.

Program information

All courses must be completed within 3 years of acceptance into the program in order to graduate.

Admission requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) OR, 19 years of age or older with mature student status.

Admission procedures

Submit a completed Conestoga College Program Application Form
Attach proof of admission requirements
Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.

Graduate opportunities

For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

Program outcomes

Communicate effectively with persons with dementia, health care team members, and family
Recommend strategies that are responsive to individuals afflicted with dementia
Integrate theory, principles, concepts, and processes into competent dementia care practice
Prioritize and organize care in collaboration with other health professionals
Promote the health and wellness of those living with dementia and their family members

Program related resources

Student Academic Handbook

Program contact

OntarioLearn Team Member
OntarioLearn@conestogac.on.ca

Continuing Education

Upcoming registrations

Mark your calendar with our registration dates, so you can plan your future.

Winter registration: Opened November 4, 2024
Spring registration: Opens March 17, 2025

Disclaimer

The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.

Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.