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Dementia Australia

Talk with Ted: Dementia Communication Simulation

Safely build dementia communication skills
Course type
Communication, empathy and engagement
Delivery mode
Face-to-face
Location
All states and territories
Duration
Face-to-face workshop: 3 hours.
Cost
Fees apply for face-to-face workshops
A man and a woman sit at a desk, looking at a monitor on which the avatar of Ted appears.

Talk with Ted is a realistic dementia communication simulator that provides a safe and effective way for staff to practice dementia communication skills.

Staff who have experienced Talk with Ted were able to recall what they learned up to eight weeks following the training, and say it has improved the quality of care they give.

Talk with Ted is available as a group workshop, and an exciting Talk with Ted online simulation is coming in October 2026.

Details

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Online simulation

Coming in October 2026: The Talk with Ted online simulation tool is moving to an exciting new online platform. The Ted avatar will be part of an exciting new online experiential learning experience using AI Avatars.

  • Help people living with dementia feel understood
  • Apply a person-centred approach to conversations
  • Better respond to the needs of your residents
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Talk with Ted Workshop

In this face-to-face group dementia communication course, your staff will reflect on their current communication practices and consider changes to their approach.

Learners will be guided through the workshop using an approach that focuses on improving gaps in knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Now when I meet my clients, I do what I did with Ted, it’s the same thing
ParticipantTalk with Ted
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Awards for Talk with Ted

Future of Ageing Awards
2022, Dementia Care category
Simulation Australasia Awards
2023, Project Innovation Award

How to apply

Book in your staff

If you have up to 15 participants, submit your details. We'll get in touch to answer your questions, organise a training prospectus and help you decide if this training is right for your organisation.

For more information, contact the Centre for Dementia Learning on 1300 336 368. Terms and conditions apply for online courses. RTO Provider number 2512.

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Last updated
22 May 2026