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Level 2 Dementia Care Course at London South East Colleges

CostFREE
Duration16 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it easier to fit around work, family, or other commitments. Over 16 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, and the legal and ethical frameworks that shape dementia support. Entry requirements include 4 GCSEs at grades 9–3 or a Level 1 qualification, with English and maths desirable. You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care with certificate.

Who this course is for

Further information is available on our website

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 3/A* - D (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what dementia is and how different types affect the brain and behaviour.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people living with dementia.
  • You'll explore person-centred approaches to dementia care.
  • You'll understand how to support the wellbeing and dignity of people with dementia.
  • You'll learn about the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in dementia care.
  • You'll understand how dementia affects families and carers, and how to offer support.

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 completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. You submit your work digitally, and it is assessed against the qualification standards set by TQUK.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges 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 day-to-day support for people living with dementia.
  • Support worker: assist individuals with complex needs in residential or community settings.
  • Home care worker: deliver personal care and companionship in clients' own homes.
  • Healthcare assistant: entry-level clinical support in NHS or private settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Dementia Care: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position for senior care roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many employers look for when promoting to senior care assistant or team leader.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader care qualification that covers a wider range of adult social care settings and roles.
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