Become a Certified Trainer

​The initial level of training in the Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT®) program is Facilitator Training, which teaches all aspects of setting up and conducting the VDT for your organization and the general public.  If you are looking for information about getting started with the VDT program, please click here.

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A Certified Trainer receives a higher level of training in best practices for conducting the Tour and more advanced dementia education in order to represent the Virtual Dementia Tour and work closely with Second Wind Dreams® (SWD®) in a professional capacity. 
 
Many companies with multiple locations have Certified Trainers who oversee and support the locations under their management in using the VDT system-wide and in accordance with their company goals for the VDT.  They only operate as CTs within their own organization and report training and tour activity to Second Wind Dreams. 

Program Summary

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Certified Trainers can also be independent contractors with Second Wind Dreams to conduct the VDT in return for compensation.  Managed through our headquarters in Roswell, GA, these Certified Trainers may be used for paid engagements such as facilitator training, conducting the Tour for staff and professionals for other organizations, as well as assisting SWD in conducting the VDT at conventions, hospitals, educational institutions or for large corporations.  SWD handles the sales/billing of all programs and events, fulfillment of program materials, as well as scheduling and then works closely with the CT for delivery of services.  CTs coordinate all Tour activities through the office and provide reporting for every Tour event conducted.  CTs may conduct the Tour for free for long term care or healthcare staff other than their own one time per location, after which it should be a paid engagement through Second Wind Dreams.
 
To apply for candidacy:

• Click below to submit your resume and cover letter. We look for candidates with experience in dementia care and education.
  • Feb. 5 - 7, 2020 in Roswell, GA; apply by Dec. 6, 2019
    
  • Apr. 15 - 17, 2020 on the West Coast (location TBD); apply by Feb. 19, 2020
    
  • Jun. 24 - 26, 2020 in Roswell GA; apply by Apr. 29, 2020
    
  • Sep. 23 - 25, 2020 in New England (location TBD); apply by Jul. 29, 2020
• Approved candidates are interviewed by Melora Jackson, VDT Clinical Manager, during the two weeks following the submission deadlines.
• Candidates accepted into the program are scheduled to attend a 3-day training class.  Classes are capped at 12 attendees. 
• The cost is $3,000 and includes the VDT manual and full set of sensory components used in the Tour, an external membership, and the 3-day training. 
• Annual renewal of $400 ensures CTs have the latest developments in the program and is required to maintain Certified Trainer status.
• Re-certification occurs annually on the anniversary of program purchase and is based on adherence to VDT policies, procedures and best practices. 

 
Click here to apply or contact melora@secondwind.org for questions. 
 
View our Certified Trainers here.

The Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT) sensitivity training program is the proprietary intellectual property of Second Wind Dreams®, an international 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation based in Roswell, Georgia.  Developed by Second Wind Dreams founder, P.K. Beville, the Alzheimer’s and related dementias sensitivity training program known as the Virtual Dementia Tour is a scientifically proven method of building a greater understanding of dementia through the use of patented sensory tools and instruction (U.S. No. 8,388,347).  The patent relates to certain components, elements and functions of the Virtual Dementia Tour experience and only Second Wind Dreams and its authorized agents may conduct or deliver the Virtual Dementia Tour.