This course is aimed at all staff working in the care environment who work with people with dementia. A general understanding of the issues associated with dementia will be established. Candidates will gain under-pinning knowledge of the below issues and therefore will be able to put this into practice where necessary. The course also explores conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, helping you understand how these disorders affect memory, behavior, and thinking. You will learn effective strategies to support individuals living with these conditions while maintaining dignity and emotional wellbeing.
In addition, the course examines how ageing, illness, and injury affect both the body and emotional health, preparing you to provide compassionate care during every stage of life.
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals looking to start a career in caregiving or healthcare
- Care assistants and support workers seeking professional development
- People caring for elderly parents or family members
- Anyone wanting to improve their caregiving knowledge and skills
The knowledge gained is valuable for caregiving roles in various countries, including the Australia, Dubai and Canada
Learning Outcomes:
- What is meant by the term “Dementia”
- Different Types of Dementia
- Strategies that may assist the individual and their carer in the management of the disease
- Supporting the individual to communicate and manage their behavioral changes
- Empowering the Individual
- Define dementia, explain the causes and how it affects the brain
- Identify the symptoms and diagnosis of dementia
- Explain the range of treatments and approaches available for people with dementia
- Define the law in relation to dementia sufferers and explain the principles of recording, data protection and confidentiality
- Identify the key features of PCCP and be able to construct a person-centred care plan
- Explain the main problems faced by people with dementia
- Caring for Dementia Sufferers
- Identify key aspects of the physical care and support required by dementia sufferers
- Identify key aspects of the psychological and emotional care and support required by dementia sufferers
- Dementia: Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis
- Dementia: Treatment and Legal Issues
- Care Planning for and Problems of the Dementia Sufferer
Certificate
All our courses are accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and are nationally recognised. Once you have completed your assessment you will be awarded a free accredited certificate in PDF format which is immediately available. Hard copies of the certificate are available at an additional fee of £5. All evidence of learning and certification will remain on our system for your future reference.
