Currently in the UK there are 850,000 people living with dementia; this figure is set to increase to 1 million by 2025.
This course will enable the learner to gain an understanding of the different types of dementia, early symptoms and current treatments. Learners will be given information about their role in caring for an individual with dementia and will gain an awareness of the different support agencies.
This course is mapped to Dementia Core Skills, Education and Training Framework, Health and Social Care Diploma Level 2.
Dementia Awareness
£12.00Price
Duration
71 minutes
Who Is This Course Aimed At?
New and existing care workers and other practitioners working in the health and social care settings.What Will I Learn?
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the term 'dementia' and describe the most common 'types' of dementia
- Identify the stages of dementia and their symptoms
- Recognise how dementia can affect an individual and the different aspects of their life
- Explain the importance of communication in dementia care and ways in which it can be adapted
- Recognise how to apply the principles of equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) in dementia care