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Dementia Change Champion Scholarship
Program

Apply now for the Dementia Change Champion workforce support and training program, for advocates of change seeking to improve the lives of people living with dementia.

Eligibility

Applicants must be employed by CHSP registered service providers.

Course Type

11229NAT Certificate IV in Leadership and Innovation in Dementia Services.

Duration

8 Months


Scholarship Value

Up to $17,000 worth of training and additional benefits.

Applications Open Now
Commencement Dates

October 7th 2024

February 2025

April 2025

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Be the change

This unique program offers the opportunity to build skills in innovation and leadership as a Dementia Change Champion, in the workplace and community. 

Invest in your dementia care skills:

Engage with passionate peers

Gain knowledge experience and insight

Drive advocacy

Suitability

Suitable for all aged care workers including:

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Alzheimer’s WA Dementia Champion Program (Community):

Entrants to the 11229NAT Certificate IV in Leadership and Innovation in Dementia Services must:

  • Be over 18 years of age
  • Be in a position where they have direct contact with people living with dementia
  • Be Healthcare or aged care professionals aspiring to be in leadership roles in the aged care sector.
  • Be working in a CHSP provider organisation (For Dementia Change Champion Program  only)

As part of the enrolment process students will undertake an LLN assessment using LLN Robot. Students should score the following in the LLN assessment

Learning – 5, Reading – 4, Writing – 4, Oral Communication – 4, Numeracy -3

Basic computer skills including use of word processing, creating presentation, researching for information in the internet, netiquette, communicating via email.

Having own computer to complete assessments and access learning resources, AWA recommends a computer with Core i3 Processor, 4 GB of RAM, Operating system; Windows 7 or later version, Screen; 10”

or higher, Microsoft Office or Open Office Program, Adobe Reader and Antivirus Program.

For Organisations and Managers

Supporting your employee/s through this program not only benefits the individual and their clients, but also strengthens the organisation’s capacity to deliver high-quality dementia care, remain aligned to the Aged Care
Quality Standards, stay competitive in the healthcare sector, and grow your Dementia Change Champion network.

 

Learn more about the program and the Dementia Change Champion scholarship today!

Join the movement to better dementia care.

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