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.

Dementia care training and certification can make a meaningful difference in the quality of care provided to people livi...
09/25/2026

Dementia care training and certification can make a meaningful difference in the quality of care provided to people living with dementia.

We’re proud to recognize Hospice Austin, a recipient of NCCDP’s Seal of Excellence, for its commitment to dementia education. Hospice Austin is working toward certifying 100% of its patient-facing staff- an incredible commitment to providing knowledgeable, compassionate, person-centered care.

NCCDP is proud to be part of Hospice Austin’s dementia training journey and to support organizations committed to raising the standard of dementia care.

Learn more about Hospice Austin's work here: https://hospicenews.com/2026/09/14/dementia-focus-a-huge-distinguisher-for-hospice-austin/

09/24/2026

Further your dementia care education by attending the ADDC seminar and applying for the CDP certification on nccdp.org today!

Supporting someone living with dementia can bring many questions about communication, changing care needs, safety, plann...
09/24/2026

Supporting someone living with dementia can bring many questions about communication, changing care needs, safety, planning, and what to expect next.

NCCDP’s Understanding Dementia: A Practical Guide for Families & Care Partners offers practical information and resources to help families and care partners navigate the journey.

📖 Read our latest blog to learn more about what’s inside the guide and how it can help: https://www.nccdp.org/dementia-guide-for-families-and-care-partners/

High quality dementia care takes more than one skill, it takes a comprehensive approach.The Alzheimer’s Disease and Deme...
09/23/2026

High quality dementia care takes more than one skill, it takes a comprehensive approach.

The Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) seminar, a prerequisite for applying for the Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) certification, covers five key areas:
-Communication
-Responding to distress
-Dementia stages
-Dignity in daily care
-Emotional and physical well-being

Research suggests that multi-domain training can support greater improvements in individualized care than focusing on a single skill alone.

Learn more on NCCDP's blog: https://www.nccdp.org/what-is-a-certified-dementia-practitioner-and-what-do-they-do/

Staff turnover and compliance deadlines don't leave much room for lengthy classroom training. Between onboarding new hir...
09/22/2026

Staff turnover and compliance deadlines don't leave much room for lengthy classroom training. Between onboarding new hires and keeping up with annual requirements, finding time to get your team properly prepared can feel like one more thing on an already full plate.

See how a live virtual seminar can help your team work toward certification and meet compliance requirements, without pulling anyone off the floor for days: https://www.nccdp.org/online-dementia-training-with-certificate

Congratulations to Hospice Austin on earning the NCCDP Seal of Excellence and officially joining the Memory Care Excelle...
09/21/2026

Congratulations to Hospice Austin on earning the NCCDP Seal of Excellence and officially joining the Memory Care Excellence Network (MCEN)! 🎉

This achievement recognizes Hospice Austin’s commitment to dementia education, quality care, and creating better experiences for individuals living with dementia and their families.

And now, their commitment to excellence is proudly on display.

The NCCDP Seal of Excellence is more than a plaque. It’s a symbol of an organization’s dedication to elevating the standard of memory care.

Could your organization be next?

Join the Memory Care Excellence Network (MCEN) and become part of a growing network of organizations committed to advancing excellence in dementia care.

Help us celebrate Hospice Austin for setting the standard and earning this well-deserved recognition!

Distress on shift happens fast. Knowing how to respond shouldn't be a guessing game. Our new post breaks down the Four R...
09/21/2026

Distress on shift happens fast. Knowing how to respond shouldn't be a guessing game.

Our new post breaks down the Four Rs of dementia care for professional settings, from reassurance to redirection.

Link in bio to read the full guide.

Congratulations to RiverWoods Durham! They've been awarded the Memory Care Seal of Excellence by NCCDP, joining a nation...
09/19/2026

Congratulations to RiverWoods Durham! They've been awarded the Memory Care Seal of Excellence by NCCDP, joining a national network of communities that go above and beyond for residents living with dementia.

RiverWoods Durham's nursing and life engagement teams completed the ADDC Seminar side by side to earn this honor, building shared skills and understanding that show up in every interaction with residents and families.

We're proud to welcome them to the Memory Care Excellence Network. Read their story here: https://nccdp.org/riverwoods-durham-joins-the-memory-care-excellence-network/

NCCDP is headed to AHCA/NCAL’s Delivering Solutions 26 in Boston, MA this October! Be sure to stop by Booth 1175 to conn...
09/16/2026

NCCDP is headed to AHCA/NCAL’s Delivering Solutions 26 in Boston, MA this October!

Be sure to stop by Booth 1175 to connect with Rebecca Barker, NCCDP’s VP of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships. She’d love to meet you, share what’s new at NCCDP, and explore ways we can work together to support the senior care community.

📍 Boston, MA
📅 October 11-14, 2026
📌 Booth 1175

See you there!

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