Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you have work, family, or other commitments. Over 8 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of dementia, how it affects people, and what person-centred care looks like in practice. This level 2 dementia care qualification covers the knowledge care workers need to support people living with dementia with skill and compassion. There are no formal entry requirements.
Who this course is for
Dementia affects around 820,000 people in the UK. This figure is likely to rise to one million by 2025 and two million by 2051. It is one of the main causes of disability in later life and with research being desperately underfunded, it costs the UK over £26 billion a year. Understanding dementia and the person-centred care that is required is fundamental to high quality care.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll understand what dementia is, including the main 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 understand the importance of communication when supporting someone with dementia.
You'll learn how to promote the dignity, independence, and wellbeing of people living with dementia.
You'll understand the role of carers and families in supporting someone with dementia.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through written learning materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge questions completed online. You submit your work digitally, and a tutor will mark and give feedback on your responses. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Total Training Provision will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with dementia in residential or home care settings.
Dementia care worker: specialist role in dementia-specific care homes or units.
Home care worker: provide personal care and support in clients' own homes.
Support worker: assist people with dementia in community or day-centre settings.
Healthcare assistant: entry-level NHS or private healthcare support roles.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Dementia Care: deepens your knowledge and is suited to senior or specialist care roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification that covers the broader skills needed in adult social care and is widely used for career development in the sector.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you're moving toward a senior care or team-leader role.
