Awareness of Dementia
In-house course – 3 hour
Our 3 hour awareness course covers relevant information needed to support individuals with dementia. The course explains what dementia is using a range of theoretical models. Also identify the many types of dementia and offer the knowledge to understand the role of carers in the care and support of individuals affecting by this condition, including how communicating with them. This course does not replace specific advice in an individual’s health care plan, written by their doctor.
Syllabus
- Recognise the different types of dementia.
- Identify causes.
- Risk Factors.
- Cognitive and non cognitive symptoms.
- Person centred approach.
- The personal care plan.
- Role of the carer.
- Supporting people.
- Dealing with challenging behaviour and showing empathy.
- Communication ideas and techniques.
- Care workers, nursing/care & activity staff who regularly care for individuals with dementia.
- Anyone that wishes to have the knowledge and skills to help and support those persons living with this condition.
- Understanding causes and risk factors.
- Recognise the symptoms.
- Understanding the meaning of a person centred approach to dementia care.
- Above all this course teach how to support the rights and choices of individuals affecting by this condition.
Our assessment methods for this course may include:
- Practical Demonstration.
- Group Discussion.
- Case study.
- Observation of learner’s skills.
- Question and Answer sessions.
This course is delivered as a 3 hour programme and the certification lasts for a period of 3 years.
Note: It is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
In-house training: This course is delivered at your premises anywhere in the UK .
Private Course: We can deliver your course at a location that suits you and furthermore we organise everything for you.
E-learning: You can try our Dementia awareness or Mental health awareness online course
