Our education programs include the following benefits:
- dementia-specific accredited training
- nationally recognised
- education for specific groups involved in the care of people with dementia; and
- general community education and information
Alzheimer's Australia (Qld)'s educators are qualified, experienced professionals who are fully trained to deliver packages which include the nationally accredited unit of competency CHCA319A - provide support to people living with dementia.
For more information, please call Education Services on (07) 3895 8200 or email
Education & Training for Health Professionals & Care Workers
Alzheimer's Australia (Qld)'s education courses and workshops are designed specifically for the health and aged care industries, including management and staff of care facilities, community and social workers, nurses and customer service staff.
Contact Education Services for more information on upcoming courses.
Education & Training for Families & Carers
Family Carer Course
Subsidised by the Australian Government, this course is for family members caring for a person with dementia. Session consists of 12 hours face to face (usually one day per week over 3 weeks). Topics include: the nature of dementia; effective communication: impact of dementia; activities for living and pleasure; understanding behaviours of concern; developing effective responses to behaviours of concern.
Contact Education Services for more information on session times.
Education & Training for the Community
Mind your Mind
A two hour community course subsidised by the Australian Government for people with an interest in reducing the risk of developing dementia.
Contact Education Services for more information on session times.
Memory & Ageing
A workshop designed for people in the community who want to learn how the memory works and what changes can be expected as a person gets older.
Contact Education Services for more information on session times.
Education & Training for People with Dementia
Living with Memory Loss
A three day course for people with early stage dementia to help them take control of their lives and plan for their future.
Session times are varied to suit participants, so for further information, please call Susan Mackley on (07) 3895 8200 or email
Contact Us
Alzheimer's Australia (Qld) provides leadership, information, education and support for people with dementia, their families and carers in Queensland. To find out more, contact us or call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.
updated: 15 December 2009
created: 6 July 2006
