Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments without travelling to a centre. Over 26 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of dementia, how it affects people, and how to provide person-centred care. The course covers communication, behaviour, wellbeing, and the legal and ethical frameworks that shape dementia support. It leads directly to roles such as care assistant and dementia care worker.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll understand what dementia is, including different types and how they progress.
You'll learn how dementia affects a person's memory, behaviour, and daily life.
You'll explore person-centred approaches to dementia care.
You'll develop communication skills for supporting people living with dementia.
You'll understand the importance of wellbeing, dignity, and quality of life in dementia care.
You'll learn about the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in dementia support.
You'll recognise the role of carers, families, and wider support networks.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the Level 2 Dementia Care Course is the right level for you. Farnborough College will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people with dementia in residential or home settings.
Dementia care worker: specialist day-to-day support for people living with dementia.
Support worker: assisting adults with care needs across a range of settings.
Senior care assistant: team lead role in residential or nursing care.
Activities coordinator: planning and running wellbeing activities for care home residents.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia: deepens specialist knowledge for those moving into senior or lead roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering adult social care, often required for a full care assistant role.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those aiming toward senior care worker or supervisory positions.
