Free Level 3 Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over the course of a year, you'll build a thorough understanding of dementia, how it affects people, and how to provide person-centred care. Topics cover the principles of dementia care, communication, and supporting the wellbeing of people living with dementia. This free dementia care course for adults leads to roles such as Care Assistant and Dementia Care Worker.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand the different types of dementia and how they affect the brain and behaviour.
You'll learn how dementia progresses and what this means for the people you support.
You'll explore person-centred approaches to dementia care.
You'll develop skills in communicating effectively with people living with dementia.
You'll understand how to support the emotional and psychological wellbeing of people with dementia.
You'll learn about the role of carers and families, and how to work alongside them.
You'll understand legislation, safeguarding, and ethical considerations relevant to dementia care.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so all study takes place remotely. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. You work through the material at your own pace over the year. University Centre Somerset will confirm the specific assessment requirements and any submission deadlines before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset 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 care for people living with dementia.
Support Worker: assist individuals with complex needs in residential or community settings.
Senior Care Assistant: take on a lead role within a care team.
Activities Coordinator: plan and run wellbeing activities for people with dementia.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): the vocational qualification many employers require for senior care roles. Combines knowledge with workplace assessment.
Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management for Adult Care: a step toward team leader or care manager roles.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those moving into registered manager or service manager positions.
