Cognitive Rehab Certification Series

Dementia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and cognitive decline are major causes of death and disability in the United States. In the United States alone, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that there are approximately 5.3 million individuals living with TBI-related disabilities. Rehabilitation professionals are charged with minimizing TBI-related sequelae and optimizing function. Over 5 million Americans are living with dementia; someone in the United States develops Alzheimers disease every 65 seconds. This number is expected to double by 2030, and triple by 2050. Since there is no cure for dementia, this disease results in a progressive decline of cognitive and functional skills. Many individuals with dementia also experience behavioral changes, decreased safety awareness, difficulty eating/swallowing, and decreased independence in completing activities of daily living (ADLs). This course is designed for therapists and healthcare professionals so that they may improve outcomes, safety, and quality of life for individuals and their caregivers living with dementia.

What this certification series will address:

This certification will provide an overview of cognitive-related issues and cognitive rehabilitation while highlighting recent advances in the science and management of survivors of cognitive-related issues. This certification will teach functional and evidence-based techniques, interventions, and education/training strategies. Participants will learn about assessments and screening tools that may be used at all stages of progressive cognitive decline, and how to use those tools to develop individualized treatment plans. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary treatment, documentation challenges, improving patient safety, and caregiver education.