Education
Validation Training Courses
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Gateway Certificate 1: is given to the following education programs
| Course | Best For | Format | Time | Outcome |
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Curious first-timers |
Self-paced + quizzes |
2 hrs |
Understand Validation basics |
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Those ready to try skills |
Self-paced + quizzes |
3 hrs |
Practice six core skills |
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Engagement staff |
11-week course + webinars |
15 hrs |
Integrate Validation Attitude into Activities |
Build Skills with coaching
Gateway Certificate 2: is given to the following education programs.
| Course | Best For | Format | Time | Outcome |
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Caregivers, Families |
Online + coaching |
18+ hrs |
Learn and apply skills |
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Those ready to try skills |
Online + coaching |
20 hrs |
Better patient interaction |
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Engagement staff |
Online + coaching |
18 hrs |
Integrate skills |
Level 1 Worker Certification:
This is the benchmark of Validation training. Participants make all the principles and techniques their own and are able to connect and communicate with older adults in all phases of disorientation.
| Course | Best For | Format | Time | Outcome |
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Professionals |
Hybrid + 26 weeks of fieldwork |
40 hrs |
Competently + confidently validate older adults in all phases.
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Go Deeper:
How to become a Validation Teacher: These levels of education are offered by the Authorized Validation Organizations (AVOs). Find the AVO nearest you HERE. |
| Course | Best For | Format | Time | Outcome |
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Levels 2–5 Group Leader Presenter Teacher Master |
Advanced users |
Mixed formats |
Varies |
Become a Validation Expert
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