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.

NCCDP will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We'll be back Tuesday 9/8!
09/04/2026

NCCDP will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We'll be back Tuesday 9/8!

09/03/2026

Check out the full video on YouTube to learn 10 small daily habits that support brain health!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/OkajIXBPo68

Want to support brain health every day?Watch NCCDP’s new YouTube video featuring Lisa Schilthuis, CADDCT, CDP, as she sh...
09/02/2026

Want to support brain health every day?

Watch NCCDP’s new YouTube video featuring Lisa Schilthuis, CADDCT, CDP, as she shares 10 small daily habits that support brain health.

Tune in for practical tips you can easily incorporate into the daily routines of the people you care for who are living with dementia!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/OkajIXBPo68

Helping a family choose a memory care community is one of the toughest conversations you'll have as a care professional....
09/01/2026

Helping a family choose a memory care community is one of the toughest conversations you'll have as a care professional.

Our latest guide breaks down 16 points of quality dementia care, from staffing ratios to how staff actually talk to residents, plus what CDP Certification adds to your own evaluation.

Read the full guide here: https://www.nccdp.org/how-to-choose-a-memory-care-facility

09/01/2026

Just as the philosophy of dementia is important, so is the science behind dementia. Learn more by watching the full video on NCCDP's YouTube channel!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/92WA-kP5l68

Two staff members. Same shift. Wildly different responses to a resident in distress. That inconsistency isn't bad luck; ...
09/01/2026

Two staff members. Same shift. Wildly different responses to a resident in distress. That inconsistency isn't bad luck; it's a preparation problem, and it carries a real cost in turnover, liability, and compliance risk.

See what's driving it and how leading organizations are closing it: https://www.nccdp.org/dementia-training-for-healthcare-professionals

NCCDP is thrilled to celebrate CDP Nicole Haney, who has been featured in NY Weekly’s Top 20 Inspirational Women to Look...
08/31/2026

NCCDP is thrilled to celebrate CDP Nicole Haney, who has been featured in NY Weekly’s Top 20 Inspirational Women to Look Out For in 2026! 🎉

We love seeing our Certified Dementia Practitioners working every day to improve the lives of people living with dementia and their families. We’re so proud to see Nicole’s dedication, compassion, and hard work recognized in this way.

Congratulations, Nicole! Your commitment to making a difference is truly inspiring.

Read the article here: https://www.nyweeklymagazine.com/blog/top-20-inspirational-women-to-look-out-for-in-2026-1

08/31/2026

Who do we see when we look at someone living with dementia? Learn more about the philosophy of dementia by watching the full video on NCCDP's YouTube channel!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/92WA-kP5l68

Check out NCCDP’s new YouTube video featuring Malcolm Frazier, CADDCT, CDP, & CMDCP, as he explores the importance of re...
08/27/2026

Check out NCCDP’s new YouTube video featuring Malcolm Frazier, CADDCT, CDP, & CMDCP, as he explores the importance of rethinking personhood and identity in dementia care. A thoughtful conversation with valuable insights for anyone committed to person-centered dementia care!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/92WA-kP5l68

08/26/2026

What is the Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional Trainer (CMDCPT) certification? And how can you become a CMDCPT?

In this video, we’re answering these questions and sharing everything you need to know about this specialized certification.

Learn more and explore the CMDCPT certification at nccdp.org!

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