This training is the best option you can find to specialize in Dementia and update your knowledge in this field” 

Patients with forms of Dementia gradually lose more and more of their abilities. For this reason, it’s necessary to provide them with more personalized and multidisciplinary care, with professionals who are able to adapt to any situation and who have the most up to date knowledge in this field. By integrating the vision of specialists in neurology, geriatrics, psychiatry, neuro-radiology, nuclear medicine and neuropathology we are able to offer exceptional training, which is complete and enriching. 

Basic concepts will be taught in a developing training structure by leading professionals in their fields, in both functional and structural imaging biomarkers as well as in neuropathology, including genetic counseling and neuropsychology. We never miss the opportunity to train students to be able to deal with the diagnostic process and the management of people who suffer from rapidly progressive Dementia in its different forms. In addition, the student will be presented with real situations within which they need to make clinical and diagnostic decisions which are all the more complex due to their differential diagnosis and their therapeutic approach. 

The theoretical contents will be reinforced by clinical-practical cases, training videos, online tutorials, as well as support material, always based on the latest information in the field. 

This Postgraduate diploma in Dementia is an educational project that promises to training high-quality professionals. A program devised by professionals specialized in each specific field who encounter new challenges every day.  

After completing this Postgraduate diploma, the student with have sufficient knowledge to approach the management of people with Dementia. From the first moment, they will know everything that comes with this type of disease, from its diagnosis, treatment and possible adverse effects to the importance of communication with the family members. So don't hesitate any longer and become a true professional through the latest educational technology 100% online. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to study this Postgraduate diploma in Dementia with us” It's the perfect opportunity to advance your career" 

This Postgraduate diploma in Dementia contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include: 

• Practical case studies presented by experts in dementia
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• The latest information on treatment for dementia patients
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• A special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the field of Dementia
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

With this Postgraduate diploma you will be able to update your knowledge in Dementia and, in addition, you will obtain a certificate from TECH Global University"

The teaching staff includes professionals from the healthcare sector, who bring their experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Dementia with extensive experience.  

The audiovisual contents of this Diploma will allow you to advance quickly"

This 100% online Postgraduate diploma will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The structure of the content has been designed by the best professionals in the sector, with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed, studied, and diagnosed, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to teaching.   

This Postgraduate diploma in Dementia contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market” 

Module 1. Neuropsychology in Dementias

1.1. Neuropsychological Assessment of Attention and Memory
1.2. Neuropsychological Evaluation of Language
1.3. Neuropsychological Evaluation of Praxis
1.4. Neuropsychological Evaluation of Visual-spatial Functions
1.5. Neuropsychological Evaluation of Executive Functions
1.6. Behavioral and Functional Evaluation
1.7. Cognitive Patterns in Dementia: 

1.7.1. Cortical vs. Subcortical 
1.7.2. Fronto-temporal vs. Parieto-occipital 

1.8. Cognitive Rehabilitation 
1.9. Bibliographic References 
 

Module 2. Genetic Assessment in Dementias

2.1. Introduction
2.2. Genetics in Alzheimer's Disease

2.2.1. Prevalence
2.2.2. Mendelian Genetics
2.2.3. Susceptibility Genes
2.2.4. Recommendations in Clinical Practice

2.3. Genetics in Vascular Dementia

2.3.1. Recommendations in Clinical Practice

2.4. Genetics in Fronto-temporal Dementia

2.4.1. Genetics of BVFTD
2.4.2. Genetics in FTD with Parkinsonism
2.4.3. Genetics in FTD-ALS
2.4.4. Genetics of Primary Aphasia
2.4.5. Clinical-Genetic Correlations
2.4.6. Recommendations in Clinical Practice

2.5. Genetics of Prion Diseases

2.5.1. Recommendations in Clinical Practice

2.6. Diagnostic Algorithm

2.6.1. Diagnostic Algorithm in Alzheimer's Disease
2.6.2. Diagnostic Algorithm in FTD

2.7. Genetic Counseling

2.7.1. Concept of Genetic Counseling
2.7.1. Practical Examples

Module 3. Molecular Neuroimaging in Dementias

3.1. Introduction.
3.2. Methodological Aspects

3.2.1. Equipment SPECT and PET
3.2.2. Molecular Processes and Radiopharmaceuticals

3.2.3.1. Neuron Activity
3.2.3.2. Dopaminergic Activity
3.2.3.3. Amyloid Deposition
3.2.3.4. Tau Deposit
3.2.3.5. Neuroinflammation

3.2.3. Image Analysis

3.2.3.1. Visual Analysis
3.2.3.2. Comparison with a Normal Database in Stereostatic Surface Projection (SSP)
3.2.3.3. Voxel-Based Image Analysis

3.3. Neuroimaging of Alzheimer’s Disease.

3.3.1. Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
3.3.2. Atypical Forms

3.4. Neuroimaging in Fronto-temporal Dementia.

3.4.1. FTD Variant in Behavior.
3.4.4. Primary Aphasias
3.4.3. Others

3.5. Neuroimaging of Dementias with Parkinsonism

3.5.1. Lewy Body Dementia
3.5.2. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
3.5.3. Corticobasal Degeneration

3.6. Diagnostic Algorithm

3.6.1. Diagnostic Algorithm in Alzheimer's Disease
3.6.2. Diagnostic Algorithm in FTD and Dementia with Parkinsonism

3.7. Case Studies

This training will allow you to advance in your career comfortably"