Principles of Dementia Care Certificate (Online)

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LOCATION & START DATE
Virtual - as required
LEVEL
Level 2 Levels Explained
DURATION
12 weeks.
LEARNING AREA
Social Care & Health Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Distance Learning

Principles of Dementia Care Certificate (Online)

Woman visiting and elderly person at home showing their credentials Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising – by 2051, it’s expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it’s important that you understand the condition and know how to provide the best possible care for each individual. In our level 2 Principles of Dementia Care course, you will learn all about approaches to dementia care. You’ll gain insight into how dementia affects the way people behave and interact, as well as how best to communicate with people who have dementia.

LOCATION & START DATE
Virtual - as required
LEVEL
Level 2 Levels Explained
DURATION
12 weeks.
LEARNING AREA
Social Care & Health Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Distance Learning

What you will learn

Understand the different forms of dementia
Learn how to support individuals through person-centred care
Develop knowledge and understanding of care
Learn positive communication methods
Learn issues around the use of medication

Entry requirements

19+, Currently live in England, Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, L1 Literacy Initial Assessment, Computer access

Work experience

N/A

Assessment

Online questions and answers with assessor support. Work at your own pace with an experienced assessor on hand to guide you in completing your course.

Progression

L2 Adult Care Worker

Virtual

With a variety of courses to choose from all with expert tutor support through out online learning campus, you can find the right course to progress your career. Take a look through our range of online qualifications and find the perfect course for you – click here


Understand the different forms of dementia
Learn how to support individuals through person-centred care
Develop knowledge and understanding of care
Learn positive communication methods
Learn issues around the use of medication

19+, Currently live in England, Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, L1 Literacy Initial Assessment, Computer access

N/A

Online questions and answers with assessor support. Work at your own pace with an experienced assessor on hand to guide you in completing your course.

L2 Adult Care Worker

Virtual

With a variety of courses to choose from all with expert tutor support through out online learning campus, you can find the right course to progress your career. Take a look through our range of online qualifications and find the perfect course for you – click here


Dates & Locations

  • Course type Adult
  • Level - Level 2
  • Location - Virtual
  • Start Date - As required
  • Fees - Tuition Fees: £0.00
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