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Dementia Awareness Training

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Course Duration: 40+ minutes

This CPD-certified Dementia Awareness Training course provides the knowledge needed for compassionate and informed care of people with dementia.

The course covers symptoms, stages and types of dementia, as well as strategies for person-centred care and creating dementia-friendly environments. It is designed to ensure carers understand dementia and how to best support those affected.

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Dementia Awareness Training Certification
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Course Details

Course Duration 40+ minutes
Approval body CPD
Format Fully online
Assessment Multiple choice
Certification Same-day digital certificate
Certificate Valid For 3 years

Suitable For

Professional Carers

Healthcare Professionals

Social Workers

Support Staff

Care Facility Staff

Volunteers

Course Content

This course contains the following sections:

  • What is Dementia?
  • Types of Dementia?
  • Understanding General Dementia Symptoms
  • Stages of Dementia
  • Managing Symptoms of Dementia
  • Person-Centred Dementia Care Approach
  • Creating Dementia-Friendly Environments
  • The Importance of Caregiver Self-Care
  • Community Resources & Support

What You Will Learn

Symptoms, stages and types of dementia

Challenges faced by people with dementia

Person-centred approach to care

How to create dementia-friendly environments

Available support services and resources

Available in 13 Languages

Course subtitles are available in multiple languages, including:

French

Dutch

German

Italian

Spanish

Polish

Course Approval Body

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Certified by CPD

This dementia awareness online training course is certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service.

The dementia awareness training certificate includes:

  • User name
  • Company name
  • Course name
  • Completion date
  • Expiry date
  • Approval body

A CPD-certified dementia awareness course certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.

Users must complete an assessment before earning their certificate.

The end-of-course test is:

  • Fully online
  • Multiple choice

A score of 80% is required to pass.

Dementia Awareness Training Certification

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Why is Dementia Awareness Training Important?

According to the NHS, almost a million people in the UK are living with dementia, with 1 in 11 people over 65 affected. And with life expectancy increasing, these numbers are expected to rise.

For those living with dementia, the right care, given as early as possible, significantly improves quality of life. Health and social care workers who assist aged people must be able to recognise dementia symptoms and offer support to those affected.

Our Dementia Awareness e-learning course helps develop this vital knowledge. It outlines how dementia affects memory, behaviour and communication, helping caregivers better understand the people they support and navigate daily challenges. It also provides guidance on adopting the person-centred care approach considered best practice in the health and social care sector.

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Caregivers play a vital role in ensuring the safety, dignity and well-being of people with dementia. A person-centred approach – recognised by the Department of Health & Social Care as best practice – should be adopted at all times.

Effective dementia care must be tailored to the individual’s needs, values and preferences. Recognising those living with the condition as unique people and respecting their autonomy are proven contributors to better care outcomes.

The care environment also has a significant impact on well-being. Caregivers must consider factors like comfort, routine and privacy when supporting individuals with dementia. Conversations about care should take place in familiar settings involving trusted individuals. Information must be broken down and relayed in the clearest language possible to help dementia patients understand their choices and make informed decisions.

Our Dementia Awareness Training course provides essential guidance on best practices in dementia care. It covers the principles of symptom management, person-centred approaches and creating dementia-friendly environments. By completing this training, caregivers will be better equipped to support those living with dementia and provide high-quality care.

About This Dementia Awareness Training Course

This Dementia Awareness course provides essential knowledge of the condition and how to care for those affected. It explores the challenges faced by individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, offering practical strategies for both symptom management and self-care.

The course covers the different types, symptoms and stages of dementia, highlighting how care needs change over time. It explores person-centred approaches to dementia care, with guidance on managing the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, including agitation, confusion and anxiety.

The course also explains how environments can be made more dementia-friendly, with recommendations for adapting communication methods, routines and surroundings to support and reassure those living with the condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dementia training courses give caregivers a better understanding of dementia types, symptoms and stages. By learning more about the condition, carers can offer more effective, personalised support to those living with dementia.

Dementia often causes memory loss and difficulties with thinking, reasoning and communication. It can also lead to mood changes, behavioural shifts and episodes of confusion, which may worsen over time.

Understanding dementia is essential for improving care quality. Training covers recognising and managing symptoms and person-centred care approaches. This awareness helps carers and health professionals provide more effective support and promote the dignity and welfare of loved ones or service users living with dementia.

This training covers the following topics:

  • What is Dementia?
  • Types of Dementia?
  • Understanding General Dementia Symptoms
  • Stages of Dementia
  • Managing Symptoms of Dementia
  • Person-Centred Dementia Care Approach
  • Creating Dementia-Friendly Environments
  • The Importance of Caregiver Self-Care
  • Community Resources & Support

These topics give you an overview of dementia and the fundamentals of effective care.

Yes. Dementia presents in several forms, and symptoms can vary between them. Our course provides an overview of dementia subtypes to help you recognise each one and adapt your approach to care.

Healthcare workers, caregivers, and anyone else affected by dementia will benefit from learning more about the condition and how to support those living with it.

Yes, participants receive a certificate after completing the course. This Dementia Awareness Training certificate provides proof of knowledge and can be useful for professional development or workplace compliance.

No. A dementia awareness course 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.

Professionals working in health and social care settings need an awareness of dementia and its symptoms, as well as support strategies.

A dementia course helps you recognise the condition and manage symptoms. It also outlines person-centred care approaches for patients accessing health services for extended periods.

Training helps staff manage challenging behaviours, maintain patient dignity and create dementia-friendly environments. Caregivers will be better equipped to provide consistent, effective care that reassures service users and helps prevent escalations.

These improvements benefit both patients and care providers.

Dementia courses help carers recognise and anticipate challenging behaviours and respond appropriately.

Our Dementia Awareness Training also covers self-care. It reinforces the need for caregivers to look after themselves and provides simple strategies for managing stress and anxiety.

This course takes approximately 50 minutes to complete. It’s designed to provide essential dementia awareness in a clear and accessible format. You can complete it at your own pace, using either a smartphone, tablet or computer.

This course is fully online, allowing for self-paced learning. You can pause and resume at any time for note-taking or interruptions. Sections can also be repeated before completing the course to reinforce key points.

The price for the Dementia Awareness Training course is £25.00 + VAT for a single trainee. Discounted rates are available for bulk purchases. Click on ‘Discount’ beneath the ‘Buy Now’ button for more details.