National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners

National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners NCCDP: Offers expert dementia training for healthcare & frontline professionals.

National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners is open to all health care professionals, front line staff, Correctional Personnel and First Responders who qualify for certification and are interested in learning comprehensive dementia education, who value dementia certification and who are committed to ending abuse and neglect of our most vulnerable elders. The Council was formed to promote

global standards of excellence in dementia and Alzheimer's Disease education to professionals (who support the health care industry), caregivers, front line staff, First Responders and correctional personnel who provide services to dementia clients. The National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, LLC was formed in 2001 by a group of professionals with varying work and personal experiences in the field of dementia care. Their backgrounds include Nurses, Regional Managers, Nursing Assistants, Consultants, Geriatric Care Managers, Psychiatry, Dementia Unit Managers, Alzheimer's Disease and related Dementia Care Specialist, Alzheimer's Disease Educators, Dementia Educators, Activity Professionals, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Licensed / Certified Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Dietitians, Pharmacists, Alzheimer's Disease Care Specialist, Long Term Care Administration, Support Group Leaders, Administrators, Owners, Elder Law Attorney's and Home Care Administration.

06/18/2026

Quality dementia training >>>

Go to nccdp.org to learn about our dementia care seminars and certifications!

NCCDP will be closed tomorrow, Friday June 19th. We'll be back Monday June 22nd!
06/18/2026

NCCDP will be closed tomorrow, Friday June 19th. We'll be back Monday June 22nd!

06/18/2026

A person living with dementia may be asking the same question over and over again because their brain doesn't have a place to store the answer. Watch the full video on decoding repetitive movements and verbalizations on NCCDP's YouTube channel to learn more!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/xxaQ4gYazdY

06/17/2026

What are repetitive movements and verbalizations? Learn what these repetitive expressions mean and how to respond to them by watching the full video on NCCDP's YouTube channel!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/xxaQ4gYazdY

Effective communication is at the heart of quality dementia care. NCCDP's latest blog explores 8 evidence-based strategi...
06/17/2026

Effective communication is at the heart of quality dementia care. NCCDP's latest blog explores 8 evidence-based strategies that can help care professionals reduce distress, build trust, and create more meaningful daily interactions.

Read more to discover practical approaches you can use right away: https://www.nccdp.org/dementia-communication-strategies/

Activity programming is one of the most skill-dependent parts of dementia care and one of the most rewarding when you ge...
06/16/2026

Activity programming is one of the most skill-dependent parts of dementia care and one of the most rewarding when you get it right.

If you've ever walked away from a session unsure whether what you offered actually helped, this guide is for you. It covers matching dementia activities to each person's history and stage, what to do when something isn't working, and how training sharpens your ability to lead meaningful engagement consistently.

Written for CNAs, nurses, activity professionals, and care team leaders.

Read the full guide here: https://nccdp.org/dementia-activities

Repetitive movements and verbalizations in dementia are often misunderstood but they may be communicating something impo...
06/16/2026

Repetitive movements and verbalizations in dementia are often misunderstood but they may be communicating something important.

In NCCDP's newest YouTube video, Lisa Lorius shares valuable insights into the meaning behind these repetitive expressions and offers practical approaches to support individuals living with dementia. Whether you're a healthcare professional, family carepartner, or dementia care advocate, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Watch now and gain a deeper understanding of person-centered dementia care: https://youtu.be/xxaQ4gYazdY

Dementia care asks a lot of you. The right training makes sure you're ready for it.If you work with people living with d...
06/16/2026

Dementia care asks a lot of you. The right training makes sure you're ready for it.

If you work with people living with dementia – whether you're a CNA, nurse, activity professional, or care team lead – the Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) credential gives you a framework that holds up when shifts get hard.

In this guide, you'll find exactly what CDP training covers, how to earn it, what it costs, and what changes in your practice once you do.

👉 Read the full guide: https://www.nccdp.org/certified-dementia-practitioner-training

06/15/2026

High quality dementia care training will never lead you astray! Go to nccdp.org to learn about NCCDP's seminars and dementia care certifications!

06/15/2026

Written documents, such as advance care directives or living wills, should be created to formally record care preferences. Learn more about planning ahead in dementia care by watching the full video on NCCDP's YouTube channel!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/kCFRrig5XmY

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