Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care for Adults
Course Code: Q257239
Key Information
Course type:
Distance learning
Campus:
Highbury Campus
Start Date:
Flexible
Duration:
Flexible
Attendance:
Part-time
Fees:
Free

This course aims to assist you to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of caring for those with dementia. It covers areas such as person-centred care, the influence of positive communication methods, issues relating to the use of medication for those with dementia and the importance of providing appropriate activities.
Units include:
- dementia awareness
- person-centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
- understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
- understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
- understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
- understand behaviour in the context of dementia
- understand the benefits of engaging in activities in social care.
No formal qualifications or previous experience is necessary to enrol on to this course.
This course can be started at any point during the year, allowing you to learn in your own time, in your own space, and at a pace that suits you.
You will receive a set of high-quality course materials that will be yours to keep and use as a reference.
After successfully completing this course, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification and your VRQ will further your personal and professional development and looks great on your CV.
We work hard to keep our course information up to date. Occasionally we may make small changes to course content, start dates, locations or fees to keep our courses current and relevant. If anything important changes after you apply, we’ll always let you know.
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care for Adults
We work hard to keep our course information up to date. Occasionally we may make small changes to course content, start dates, locations or fees to keep our courses current and relevant. If anything important changes after you apply, we’ll always let you know.
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