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Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration9 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study through weekly webinars while continuing in your health or social care role. Over 9 weeks, you'll cover dementia awareness, person-centred care, communication, medication administration, equality and inclusion, and understanding behaviour in the context of dementia. You need to be aged 19 or over and working in health or social care to enrol.

Who this course is for

This course is great for anyone in the health and social care sector who is looking to advance their skills in dealing with dementia and who want to enhance their knowledge of the condition.

This short course will run via weekly webinars, giving you the opportunity to do your coursework at home. You will receive a professional Level 2 qualification awarded to you by TQUK.

Entry requirements

This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 19 and working in the health and social care sector. Whether you are at a junior or senior level it is a valued qualification to apply for.

It is an ideal programme for you if you are working with or will work with adults experiencing dementia in a care home or a domestic setting. Additionally, it is suitable for you if you wish to develop your general knowledge and understanding of dementia.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what dementia is and how it affects individuals.
  • You'll learn how to apply a person-centred approach to care and support.
  • You'll explore how to support individuals with dementia through meaningful activities.
  • You'll understand how to administer medication using a person-centred approach.
  • You'll identify factors that affect communication with people living with dementia.
  • You'll apply principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care.
  • You'll understand behaviour in the context of dementia and how to respond appropriately.

How you will learn

The course runs via weekly webinars, with coursework completed at home between sessions. You'll have access to trainers and learning support throughout. Assessment is based on coursework you complete during the 9-week programme. Because this is work-based learning, your day-to-day experience in a care setting supports and reinforces what you study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Realise will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people living with dementia in care or home settings.
  • Dementia care worker: specialist role focused on dementia support and wellbeing.
  • Senior care assistant: step up with a recognised dementia care qualification behind you.
  • Support worker: work with adults in residential or community care settings.
  • Home care worker: provide personal and practical support in people's own homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for care workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia: deepens specialist knowledge for those focused on dementia support.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care: builds directly on this Level 2 dementia care qualification for those wanting more depth before progressing to a full diploma.
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