Dementia Education Training
Learn about Dementia
We’ve been increasing awareness and reducing the stigma associated with dementia since 2018. Serving all of Central Minnesota, we offer educational opportunities in-person and virtually for professionals and the community. Contact our office to schedule a class or to request additional information.
Select a Dementia Topic
Dementia Topics
(60-90 Minute Classes)
- Dementia Prevention
- Communication and Dementia
- Dementia Awareness
- Taking Care of the Caregiver
- Most Common Forms of Dementia, How and Why They Differ
- Physiology Behind Dementia*
- De-prescribing, Understanding Dementia, and Medications*
*Classes taught by an MD, all other classes taught by a Certified Dementia Educator.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be available. Contact us to learn more.
Become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
An 8-hour training session to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner® CDP®.
Meet Our Instructors
Dr. Patrick Zook
Medical Doctor
Tami Kolbinger, BS, ADC/MC, CDP, CADDCT
Care Navigator/Educator
Cristina Rodriguez, CDP
Care Navigator/Educator
Book a Class
Ready to learn more about dementia? Call our Dementia Resource Center Clinic to learn more about each class and to request pricing.
Call: (320) 640-6726
Fax: (320) 774-1238
Email: contact@dcan-mn.org
Hours: by appointment only
All content on this website is intended to be informational only and does not create a patient-client relationship and does not intend to constitute medical advice.