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Level 2 Dementia Care Course Online – Nottingham College

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 start at any time and work through the material at your own pace, making it easy to fit around existing commitments. Over 16 weeks, you'll build knowledge of what dementia is, how it affects people, and how to provide person-centred support. Units cover dementia awareness, communication with individuals who have dementia, and the role of carers in promoting wellbeing. No formal qualifications are needed to enrol.

Who this course is for

This qualification aims to provide you with the vital knowledge needed to begin tackling dementia through understanding what it is and how to support those who are affected by it.

It also ensures that you will develop an essential understanding of caring for people with dementia, as well as covering the benefits of positive communication and the importance of individualised, person-centred care.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+.

Please note: All students will need to complete an Initial Assessment before being enrolled onto the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what dementia is and the most common types and their causes.
  • You'll learn how carers and others can positively influence the experience of someone living with dementia.
  • You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to care and support.
  • You'll understand how to help individuals with dementia feel secure and maintain wellbeing.
  • You'll explore the communication needs and limitations of people with dementia.
  • You'll learn techniques to encourage positive interaction with individuals who have dementia.

How you will learn

All study is online, so you can log in and learn when it suits you. Before you start, you'll complete an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you. Assessment is knowledge-based, reflecting the qualification's focus on understanding principles of dementia care rather than workplace practice.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College 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: provide 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 understanding for a more senior support role.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care (NVQ-style): a broader qualification covering adult social care practice, often required for progression in care roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many care team leaders and senior support workers hold.
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