Total Credits: 1 including 1 APA
Tags: Alzheimer's Dimentia Mandated
Dr. Kyle Jennette, PhD will present on how to differentiate mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and major neurocognitive disorder (e.g., dementia). Particular emphasis will be placed on differential diagnosis of cognitive impairment etiology, and the distinguishing characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease from other dementias. Through this CE, psychologist will understand when to refer to a specialist, learn care management and planning goals for family members of affected patients, and understand the behavioral characteristics of common dementia syndromes.
The law requires all healthcare providers At lease a one-hour Alzheimer’s training course that covers assessment, diagnosis, effective communications strategies and management and care planning for individuals who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This course must be provided by an approved Illinois continuing education sponsor.
The Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias training is required for all healthcare providers who hold a professional license issued by the Division of Professional Regulation (DPR).
The law requires licensees to complete a one-hour CE course in Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias training. This CE requirement is included in the number of hours already required under the individual Acts and Rules and does not increase the number of hours required to renew a license. If you are a licensed psychologist, you must complete this training before you renew your license at the end of September 2026. This one-hour training counts towards the twenty-four hours required for every two-year licensing period.
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Continuing Education Credits
Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Where Did I Put My Keys? The Differential Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias is sponsored by: The Illinois Psychological Association. The Illinois Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Illinois Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
One continuing education credit for psychologists will be awarded.
Continuing Education Grievance Policy
The Illinois Psychological Association (IPA) is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The IPA will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants.
While the IPA strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following action will be taken:
If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, an IPA representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator.
Direct correspondence to:
Illinois Psychological Association
67 East Madison Street Suite 1904
Chicago, Illinois 60603
sogrady@illinoispsychology.org
Location
This workshop is a previously recorded live webinar.
Registration
The Illinois Psychological Association is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in continuing education activities. If a participant has special needs, she/he should contact Dr. Susan O’Grady to discuss what accommodations can be provided. All questions, concerns, or complaints should be directed to Dr. Susan O’Grady 312-372-7610 x203.
There is no commercial support for this program, nor are there any relationships between the CE sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants, or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest.
Participants will be able to
1. Describe two symptoms that differentiate Dementia caused by Alzheimer’s Disease version other etiologies.
2. List three common behaviors observable in dementia.
3. Understand when referral to a specialist is appropriate.
4.To list two management care planning goals for family members.
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