Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care (Free* if aged 19 or over)
This course is suitable for those working in the care profession, or anyone looking into a career in this field of work.
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Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for those working in the care profession, or anyone looking into a career in this field of work. This qualification is also suitable for home carers or anyone who has an interest in learning more about dementia.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements to access this programme. *This course is free to those who are aged 19 and over.
What will you learn?
This course is split into seven manageable units:
Unit 1: Dementia awareness
Unit 2: Person-centered approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
Unit 3: Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
Unit 4: Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
Unit 5: Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
Unit 6: Understand behaviour in the context of dementia
Unit 7: Understand the benefits of engaging in activities in social care
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered online.
What will you need to bring with you?
You need access to a laptop and the Internet.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence which is put together during the course and demonstrates that you have met the required assessment criteria.
Where next?
You could consider the:
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Prevention and Control of Infection
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
- Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations
- Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles for Digital Skills in Employment
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability
- Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact liz.young@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: November 4, 2024 11:08 am
