#1038 Alzheimer’s Disease: Where Yesterday Meets Today and Both Fade Away(21 Credits/hours)

(21 Credits/Hours)

Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027

Course Overview

This comprehensive 11-part course provides an in-depth exploration of Alzheimer’s Disease, covering fundamental neuroscience, clinical aspects, diagnostic approaches, treatment strategies, and psychosocial considerations. Designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, students, and anyone seeking to understand this complex neurodegenerative condition.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
2. Brain Anatomy and Normal Aging vs. Pathological Changes
3. Pathophysiology: Amyloid Plaques, Tau Tangles, and Neurodegeneration
4. Risk Factors, Genetics, and Prevention Strategies
5. Clinical Presentation and Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
6. Diagnostic Criteria, Assessment Tools, and Biomarkers
7. Current Treatment Options: Medications and Therapeutic Interventions
8. Non-Pharmacological Approaches and Lifestyle Interventions
9. Caregiver Support, Communication Strategies, and Behavioral Management
10. Legal, Ethical, and End-of-Life Considerations
11. Research Frontiers and Future Therapeutic Directions

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Distinguish between normal aging and pathological changes associated with Alzheimer’s Disease
• Explain the underlying pathophysiology and molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration
• Identify risk factors and evidence-based prevention strategies
• Recognize clinical signs and symptoms across different disease stages
• Apply appropriate diagnostic tools and interpret assessment results
• Evaluate current treatment options and their clinical applications
• Implement non-pharmacological interventions and lifestyle modifications
• Develop effective caregiver support and communication strategies
• Navigate legal, ethical, and end-of-life decision-making processes
• Discuss emerging research and future therapeutic possibilities