Understand dementia and how to best support those affected. This Dementia Awareness Training course covers symptoms, stages and types of dementia, as well as strategies for person-centred care and creating dementia-friendly environments. Suitable for professional and unpaid carers, this course provides the knowledge needed for compassionate and informed care.
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Dementia Awareness
£25.00 +VAT
| Courses | Price per Course |
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| 1 - 14 | £25.00 |
| 15 - 24 | £22.00 |
| 25 - 34 | £20.00 |
| 35 - 44 | £18.00 |
| 45 - 59 | £15.00 |
| 60 - 69 | £14.00 |
| 70 - 89 | £12.00 |
| 90 - 99 | £10.00 |
| 100 - 200 | £9.50 |
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This Dementia Awareness course explores the challenges faced by people living with dementia and those who care for them.
It explains the different symptoms, types and stages of dementia, allowing carers to deliver informed support and create dementia-friendly environments. The course also explains how to manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and offer person-centred care for those affected by the condition.
There are over 900,000 people living with dementia in the UK, according to research conducted by the London School of Economics on behalf of the Alzheimer’s Society. This figure is projected to surpass 1.6 million by 2040. As dementia cases rise, understanding this complex condition is more important than ever for caregivers, healthcare professionals and family members of those affected.
Dementia Awareness Training enables caregivers to effectively support individuals with dementia and improve their quality of life. It also develops understanding of the condition to promote inclusivity and empathy within organisations and communities.
The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 provides a legal framework for the protection and empowerment of individuals unable to make their own decisions.
Under the MCA, caregivers may be required to act on behalf of those living with dementia. This includes day-to-day decisions, such as what to wear or eat, and care options. When caregivers make these decisions, they must:
This online dementia training course develops empathy and understanding for those living with dementia. Caregivers will be able to make more informed decisions under the MCA and ensure that those in their care are treated with compassion and respect.
Single Module
40+ minutes
This course contains the following sections:
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At the end of the course, users must complete an assessment before earning their certification.
The end-of-course test is:
A score of 80% is required to pass the test.
The Dementia Awareness Training certificate includes the trainee’s name, company name, course name, date of completion, expiry date and name of the approval body.
The CPD-certified certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
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Dementia Awareness Training gives caregivers a better understanding of dementia types, symptoms and stages. By learning more about the condition, you’ll be able to make informed decisions on care options and offer more effective support to people living with dementia.
Dementia commonly causes memory loss and can impair cognitive abilities, including the capacity to communicate. It can also cause changes in mood and behaviour or episodes of confusion.
Healthcare workers, professional caregivers and anyone affected by dementia will benefit from learning more about the condition and how to care for those living with it.
No. Dementia Awareness Training is suitable for both paid and unpaid carers. It can also help the family and friends of those affected by dementia to learn more about the condition and how to support loved ones living with it.
This training covers the following topics:
These topics give you an overview of dementia and the fundamentals of effective care.