Verified review
Good to know the medications available and when they are most effective. Also how to care for a patient or relative with AD and where to go for support.
Alzheimer's Disease
5 hours
Credits / Contact Hours
$45
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Good to know the medications available and when they are most effective. Also how to care for a patient or relative with AD and where to go for support.
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Terri L.
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I really liked this course, it is easy to read and also helped me think more about the way I can communicate with clients who have dementia.
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Destiny H.
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A very informative presentation of Alzheimer's Disease without any fluff. Very good reading.
EJ
Etienne J.
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Thank you for thorough, easily understood and much needed information about Alzheimer's Disease.
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Julie F.
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Course
Learn about Alzheimer’s Disease, covering causes, stages, treatments, ethics, and recent research in this comprehensive overview course.
Course
Alzheimer's Disease
5.0 Credits / CME HoursText
Learn about Alzheimer’s Disease, covering causes, stages, treatments, ethics, and recent research in this comprehensive overview course.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Identify early, middle, and late clinical findings associated with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Discuss common reversible contributors to cognitive impairment that should be considered during dementia evaluation.
Describe diagnostic approaches used to evaluate Alzheimer’s disease, including clinical assessment, cognitive testing, laboratory evaluation, imaging, and biomarker-supported pathways.
Apply nonpharmacologic care strategies that support communication, safety, daily function, and caregiver involvement for patients with dementia.
Evaluate the risks and benefits of pharmacologic therapies used for cognitive symptoms and behavioral disturbances in dementia.
Course description
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that affects cognition, function, communication, safety, and quality of life. This course reviews the causes, symptoms, stages, diagnostic approaches, treatment options, current research, caregiving considerations, communication strategies, ethical issues, and driving-related safety concerns associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
The course is designed to help healthcare professionals recognize early, middle, and late findings associated with dementia; consider reversible causes of cognitive impairment; identify diagnostic tools used in dementia evaluation; apply nonpharmacologic support strategies; and weigh the risks and benefits of medications used for behavioral symptoms.
This course addresses the need for healthcare professionals to distinguish Alzheimer’s disease from potentially reversible causes of dementia, support timely diagnosis and care planning, and use patient-centered strategies that promote safety, communication, caregiver support, and quality of life.
Course content
An Introduction to Alzheimer’s Disease
What Causes AD?
What Are the Symptoms of AD?
The Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
How is AD Diagnosed?
How is AD Treated?
Recent Alzheimer’s Disease Research
Caregiving for Alzheimer’s Patients
Communicating with Alzheimer’s Disease Patients
Ethics with Alzheimer’s Disease
The Risk of Driving with Alzheimer’s Disease
Conclusion
Course details
Release Date05/28/2026
Expiration Date05/28/2029
CE Broker ID20-622914
ACCME Activity Number203706084
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 750
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John Francis Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP is an Emergency Medicine Specialist in Florida with more than 25 years in emergency medicine and family medicine.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorOccupational Therapy AssistantAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersMedical DoctorSocial Worker InternCertified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Independent Social WorkerMidwifeLicensed MidwifeCertified Nurse AidesRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerOccupational TherapistPhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerNurse PractitionerRegistered NurseLong-Term Care Facility AdministratorsLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysician AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternLicensed Masters Social WorkerMaster's Social WorkNursing Home AdministratorLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nursing AssistantRegistered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeLicensed Massage Therapist
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Alzheimer's Disease", provides 5 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Midwifery, Massage Therapy, Nursing, Mental Health, Physician - ACCME - 5 Hours. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Medical Doctor, Social Worker Intern, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Midwife, Licensed Midwife, Certified Nurse Aides, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Nursing Home Administrator, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Licensed Massage Therapist. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
From licensed professionals who completed this course.
- Verified reviewI really liked this course, it is easy to read and also helped me think more about the way I can communicate with clients who have dementia.
- Verified reviewA very informative presentation of Alzheimer's Disease without any fluff. Very good reading.
- Verified reviewThank you for thorough, easily understood and much needed information about Alzheimer's Disease.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This educational activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact this activity:
John Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP - Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Reviewer
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner
Marie Fluent DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner
Michelle Barrera – Planner
Luke Porter - Planner
Vicki Holder - Content Developer
Andrea Espiritu – Content Reviewer
Artificial intelligence tools were used to support activity planning, research, and content development. All AI-assisted content was reviewed and approved by qualified individuals for accuracy, scientific validity, appropriate citation, balance, and freedom from commercial influence prior to release. AchieveCE is solely responsible for the final educational content.
Requirements for Credit
To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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