About this course
This course will ensure learners develop and gain essential knowledge about caring for people with dementia. The course covers the benefits of positive communication, use of medication and the importance of person-centred care.
Type of qualification: QCF
Level: Level 2
Minimum entry age: Pre 16
Guided Learning Hours: 123
Credit value: 15
Unit 1: Dementia awareness
This unit explains what dementia is, the most common types of dementia and the causes associated with them. It also looks at how other people can have an impact on an individual with dementia.
Unit 2: The person-centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
Learners will look at the knowledge and understanding required to enable an individual with dementia to experience well-being. The role of carers is also covered.
Unit 3: Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
Learners will gain awareness of the different communication needs and abilities of individuals with dementia in order to encourage positive interaction.
Unit 4: Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
The learners will be introduced to equality, diversion and inclusion which are all important when practicing the person-centred care approach.
Unit 5: Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
This unit helps learners understand the medication available to and appropriate for individuals with dementia, and explores specific needs that some individuals may have when receiving medication.
Unit 6: Understand behaviour in the context of dementia
Learners will look at the different behaviours of individuals with dementia and how to respond to certain types of behaviour.
Unit 7: Understand the benefits of engaging in activities in social care
This unit explores how engaging in social activities to enhance mental, physical and social well-being can benefit individuals with dementia.
