Cognitive Stimulation Therapy modules and In-person workshop

Modality:  Online modules and in-person workshop

Duration:  Self-paced (approx. 4 hours) and 4 hour workshop (9am-1pm)

Price:  $250 (incl. GST) 

Workshop date: In-person: 8th October at Grafton campus (Auckland) 

Facilitators: Dr Kathy Peri and A/Prof Gary Cheung

Short course structure and topics covered: 

This short course consists of two parts: an online course (six e-learning modules), followed by  an in-person workshop.

The online self-paced course is made up of e-learning modules complete with key information, short videos, tasks and related resources, and is designed to prepare you for the in-person workshop. You can progress through the materials at your own pace, and we expect it to take approximately 4 hours to complete. 

The second part of this course is an in-person training workshop. This workshop will include role play and live question and answer sessions. This four hour workshop is designed to consolidate your learning from the online modules, and to provide you with opportunities to practise CST facilitation skills. 

Please note, you must complete the 6 online modules before attending the workshop.

Learning outcomes: 

After completing both the e-learning modules and training workshop, students will have acquired the nine CST competencies required to function as a CST facilitator.

1. Understand the clinical features of mild to moderate dementia
2. Describe the role of the CST facilitator
3. Describe the evidence base of CST
4. Apply the 18 key CST principles when conducting CST
5. Conduct a CST session according to the structure and content
6. Facilitate group participation during a CST session
7. Set up and implement a CST programme in various settings
8. Involve families and friends during a CST programme
9. Evaluate a CST programme and provide feedback to other CST facilitators

Who should attend? / Any entry requirements? 

Health professionals currently working with people living with dementia, incuding occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, diversional therapists and nurses. 

Payment for short courses is normally by credit card. If you need to pay by invoice or require assistance, please email shortcourses@auckland.ac.nz. Please note the University does not issue individual invoices for amounts less than $500 New Zealand dollars.

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