Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care Level 2 (SKI24S008)

Employability

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Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 9

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

About the course:

Unit 1 summary:

Section 1: Understanding what dementia is

Section 2: Understanding key features of theoretical models of dementia

Section 3: Know the most common types of dementia and their causes

Section 4: Understanding factors relating to an individual’s experience of dementia

Unit 2 summary:

Section 1: Understanding the approaches that enable individuals with dementia to experience well-being

Section 2: Understanding the role of carers in the care and support of individuals with dementia

Section 3: Understanding the roles of others in the support of individuals with dementia

Unit 3 summary:

Section 1: Understanding the factors that can influence communication with individuals who have dementia

Section 2: Understanding how a person-centred approach may be used to encourage positive communication with dementia

Section 3: Understanding the factors which can affect interactions with individuals with dementia

Unit 4 summary:

Section 1: Understanding the importance of the diversity of individuals with dementia

Section 2: Understanding the importance of person-centred approaches in the care and support of individuals with dementia

Section 3: Understanding ways of working with a range of individuals who have dementia to ensure diverse needs are met

Unit 5 summary:

Section 1: Understanding the common medications available to, and appropriate for, individuals with dementia

Section 2: Understanding how to provide person-centred care to individuals with dementia through the appropriate and effective use of medication

Unit 6 summary:

Section 1: Understanding that behaviour is often used as a means of communication

Section 2: Understanding how to respond to behaviours associated with dementia

Section 3: Understanding why some people with dementia will need additional support

Unit 7: summary

Section 1: Understanding the impact of activity on physical and mental well-being

Section 2: Understanding the benefits of social activities

Section 3: Understanding how activity can be the basis or a model of care and support

How will the course be delivered?

Online distance learning through the EQUAL platform, online learning resources with feedback from an assessor

What do I need to bring?

Laptop/PC

What are the entry requirements?

19+, no formal entry requirements

What can I do next?

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
• Level 2 Diploma in Care
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding End of Life Care
• Level 3 Certificate in Dementia Care
• Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support.

How well am I doing?

Feedback after every learner submission from an assessor, focusing on strengths, areas for development and next steps. Grading is pass or refer with no fails.

Enquiries

Centre: The Skills Network
Email address: sales@theskillsnetwork.com