Also called: Dementia Care Program Director
Leads a specialized unit for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Trains caregivers on how to calm a resident who thinks it's 1965, designs activities that tap into old memories like music and baking, and supports families going through a long goodbye.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Background in nursing, social work, or senior care; dementia care certification.
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Gerontology, Health Administration, Social Work, Nursing.
Growing much faster than average. Rapid growth as dementia cases rise.
Low risk for 10 years. Sensors may track wandering and falls; calming a confused resident and training caregivers stays deeply human.
Classes: Psychology, Music, Health.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-9111.
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