Course Summary
This course covers topics such as understanding the causes and symptoms of dementia, effective communication strategies, person-centred care approaches, and promoting dignity and independence. Students will also explore practical skills for managing challenging behaviours and providing emotional support to individuals with dementia and their families. The course emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments and maintaining the well-being of those affected by dementia. Completion of this certificate equips learners with valuable competencies to deliver compassionate care and enhance quality of life for individuals with dementia in various care settings.
This is a 4 month course and will be delivered online. This course is free subject to meeting eligibility criteria such as being aged 19 years or older.
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Key Topics
The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners knowledge and understanding of Dementia and how to support individuals with Dementia.
Assessment
Students enrolled onto this course will be allocated an Assessor/Tutor. All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of assessment methods. Assessment will be Internally Quality Assured (IQA) and Externally Quality Assured (EQA) by the Awarding Organisation.
The different types/methods of assessment will be discussed between student and Assessor/Tutor.
Progression
You can progress onto another adult education course.
Entry Requirements
While there are no strict entry requirements for this qualification, students will need to complete initial and diagnostic assessments in English and maths to determine the level of the course.