Overview

CPD on the go^TM eLearning activities provide an opportunity to learn about diverse topics in short, flexible sessions that you can peruse at your own pace, wherever you are. 

As with all terminal illnesses, quality of life becomes of the focus of support when a person receives a diagnosis of dementia. Dementia affects the individual who gradually loses their ability to engage and function independently, as well as impacting on family and friends who observe the decline, often while increasingly providing supportive care. Psychologists have an important role to play in understanding grief, facilitating community connection and collaborating towards end-of-life planning. 

The activity contains a current evidence-based article followed by 10 questions to consolidate learning. Together, a pass mark of 80% and completion of a reflection represents active* continuing professional development (CPD).

Level of Learning

Intermediate. This activity is targeted to those who have some previous learning on the topic.

Duration of access

Access to this eLearning activity is for 6 months from the date of confirmed registration.

APS CPD-Approved

This eLearning activity has been assessed against the APS Standards for CPD activities and approved for its education quality.

Learn more about the APS CPD Approval process.

CPD Frequently Asked Questions

Refer to the APS CPD Frequently Asked Questions for general and technical information when undertaking APS Professional development activities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this CPD on the go^TM eLearning activity (reading the article and passing the quiz), participants should be able to:

• identify types and symptoms of dementia, 

• recognise screening/assessment limitations, 

• list commonly occurring differential diagnoses,

• list lifestyle risk factors for dementia,

• identify behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and 

• outline the role of psychologists in providing support for people with dementia and their caregivers. 

Notes

*’Active CPD’ refers to activities that utilise written or oral processes to reinforce learning and test knowledge. While active CPD is not a requirement of the Psychology Board of Australia, it is recommended because learning is more likely to be retained and to lead to improvements in practice. Provision of a reflection on all types of CPD is, however, a requirement of the Board.