Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) Training - May 2026

Date:   29 May, 2026 

Modality:  In person 

Duration:  9:00am – 4:30pm 

Price:  $200 

Location:  Kowhai Centre - Enliven Kowhainui, 88 Virginia Road, Otamatea, Whanganui

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

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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