Welcome to the LEAD™ Training Program & Dementia Rehabilitation Specialist Certification

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This private page includes everything you need to prepare for the upcoming certification program — including your course manual, logistics, expectations, and certification requirements.

Please review this page carefully prior to attending the training.

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What Is the LEAD™ Dementia Rehabilitation Specialist Certification?

The Leveraging Existing Abilities in Dementia (LEAD™) approach is a strength-based rehabilitation framework designed to equip healthcare professionals with practical, evidence-informed strategies to optimize function, engagement, and quality of life for individuals living with dementia.

The LEAD™ Dementia Rehabilitation Specialist Certification recognizes clinicians who have demonstrated competency in applying:

  • Strength-based communication

  • Cognitive-motor integration strategies

  • Environmental and task modification

  • Person-centered clinical reasoning

  • Dementia-inclusive rehabilitation practices

Participants must complete the full training program and pass the certification examination to earn the credential.

What to Expect

  • Didactic content from course faculty

  • Interactive case-based learning

  • Practical clinical application

  • Small group discussion

  • Real-world implementation strategies

  • Certification examination (80% required to pass)

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FAQs

  • Bring a light jacket or sweater as the temperature can fluctuate. Layers are best.

  • Upon completion of the course evaluation, you will be able to your CEU certificate of attendance.

    PT/PTA: Attendance will be reported to CE Broker on your behalf upon completion of course.

    SLP: XXXXXXXXX

    OT: You will receive a certificate of completion with total CE contact hours. This course is not submitted for AOTA approval, but you may submit the certificate and course details to your licensing board.

  • Please download and review the course manual prior to training. You may access it digitally during the program.

    Please bring your laptop or tablet on Day 2 to allow completion of your course evaluation as well as your certification examination.

  • Filtered water fountain is available to refill your water bottle.

    Continental breakfast and light snacks will be provided. Lunch will be on your own.

  • This link for the certification exam will be active at the conclusion of the training course. An 80% passing score is required (> 20/25 questions correct) with multiple attempts allowed.

    Click here for the exam.