Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course Online – Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. You'll cover the causes and types of dementia, how it's diagnosed, person-centred approaches to care, communication, equality and inclusion, rights and choices, and medication principles. Good written English is desirable; there are no other entry requirements. The course runs over 12 weeks, with around 5 to 10 hours of study expected each week.

Who this course is for

This course introduces you to dementia and will help you develop an awareness of dementia, what it is and how it can affect different people. You will learn about the most common causes of dementia and the factors relating to an individual's experience of dementia, and how a person-centred approach to care can enable individuals with dementia to experience well-being. Finally, you will explore common medications used within the field of dementia care and how medication can be used appropriately and effectively using a person-centred approach to care.

Completion within 12 weeks, although early completion is achievable

Benefits of Study:

No need to attend college, work from home at a pace that suits you Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification Further your personal and professional development Available at no cost Receive support and guidance from a dedicated team of qualified assessors/tutors Study will enhance your personal and professional skills

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements, however good written English is desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the causes, types, and diagnosis of dementia.
  • You'll learn how a person-centred approach supports the well-being of people living with dementia.
  • You'll explore effective communication and interaction in dementia care.
  • You'll understand how to support positive activity and occupation for people with dementia.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in dementia care settings.
  • You'll understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise their rights and make choices.
  • You'll learn the principles of administering medication to individuals with dementia.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, with no timetabled lessons to attend. You're expected to put in around 5 to 10 hours a week. Assessment is through a mix of short-answer questions and longer essay-style questions, completed online throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything you need before you start. As this is an online course, you'll need access to a device and a reliable internet connection.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people with dementia in residential or home care settings.
  • Dementia care worker: specialist day-to-day care for people living with dementia.
  • Support worker: assist individuals with dementia to live independently.
  • Healthcare assistant: entry-level clinical support in NHS or care settings.
  • Activities coordinator: plan and run activities for people with dementia.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Dementia Care: deepens your knowledge for senior or specialist roles.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that covers the full range of care work and is widely used for progression into senior care assistant or team leader roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into training others in dementia care.
Apply on heartofyorkshire.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

More courses near you