Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) 1-Day Training Feb

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Date:   25 February, 2026 

Modality:  In person 

Duration:  9:00am – 4:30pm 

Price:  $200 

Location:  Presbyterian Support Upper South Island Kanuka Room, 44 Bealey Ave, Christchurch 

Short course structure and topics covered: 

Training in this short course is interactive, involving group discussions, video observation, techniques demonstration, role-play and didactic teaching. 

Learning outcomes: 

Attending CST training teaches learners to apply the key CST principles and encourage its use in standardised, person-centred and effective way. 

Who should attend? / any entry requirements? 

This short course is aimed for health professionals currently working with people with dementia, e.g., occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, diversional therapists, nurses. 

Morning and afternoon tea will be provided. Please bring your own lunch or there is a café nearby.

Contact: cst@auckland.ac.nz

Facilitators: Dr Kathy Peri and A/Prof Gary Cheung

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