Free Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 35 weeks, you'll build a thorough understanding of dementia and the person-centred approaches that underpin high-quality care. The course covers how dementia affects individuals, how to support people living with the condition, and how to communicate effectively with them and their families. This free dementia care course is open to adults aged 19 and over who are resident in England.
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. This course is all about understanding dementia and the person-centred care that is fundamental to high quality care.
Entry requirements
To enrol for Telford College Distance Learning you must be aged 19+ as of the 31/08/25, be a resident of England and have lived in the EU for the last three years. You cannot be currently studying on any other course with us or another provider. For more info, please contact [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll understand what dementia is, including its different types and how it progresses.
You'll explore the principles of person-centred care and why they matter in dementia support.
You'll learn how dementia affects memory, behaviour, and communication.
You'll develop approaches for communicating effectively with people living with dementia.
You'll understand the importance of supporting the wellbeing and dignity of individuals with dementia.
You'll explore the role of families and carers and how to work alongside them.
How you will learn
This is an online distance learning course. You study independently, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. Telford College Wellington will support you throughout, and you can contact the team for guidance as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College Wellington 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 settings.
Dementia care worker: specialist day-to-day support for people living with dementia.
Support worker: broader care role across older adult and community services.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in clients' homes.
Healthcare assistant: entry-level clinical support in NHS or private settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 Award in Dementia Care: deepens specialist knowledge for those focusing on dementia support.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering adult care practice, useful if you want to work across different care settings.
