Free Level 2 Dementia Awareness Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 10 weeks. This free dementia awareness course fits around work, caring responsibilities, or other commitments. You'll build knowledge of dementia to support people in a care setting or to help a family member. To join, you'll need to have completed the Introduction to Dementia Awareness course first, along with basic IT skills. The course runs through Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service and is open to adults aged 19 or over, subject to eligibility.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area whether to support family or as additional professional development in your area of employment.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolement. As this course is online, you will require basic IT skills In order to be accepted onto this course you would need to have attended the free course ?Introduction to Dementia Awareness?
What you will learn
You'll understand what dementia is and how it affects the brain.
You'll learn how different types of dementia present and progress.
You'll explore how dementia affects behaviour, communication, and daily life.
You'll develop ways to support a person living with dementia.
You'll consider the needs of carers and families alongside the person with dementia.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to dementia care.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials in your own time. Assessment is through written tasks and questions completed online. You do not need to attend a classroom or sit a formal exam. Basic IT skills are required to access and complete the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a device with internet access and basic IT skills to complete the course online. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support people with dementia in care homes or at home.
Dementia care worker. Specialist role focused on dementia support.
Home care worker. Provide personal care and companionship in the community.
Support worker. Assist people with complex needs in residential or community settings.
Healthcare assistant. Work alongside clinical staff in NHS or care settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Dementia Care. Deepens your knowledge for a more senior care role.
Level 2 Diploma in Care. A broader qualification covering health and social care, useful if you want to work as a care assistant or support worker.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. Suitable if you're moving toward a supervisory or specialist role in a care setting.
