Free Level 3 Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll explore how dementia affects people, how to provide person-centred care, and how to support the wellbeing of people living with dementia and their families. This free understanding the principles of dementia care course is open to adults aged 19 or over who live in England.
Who this course is for
19 years or above
Entry requirements
Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.
What you will learn
You'll understand what dementia is, including the different types and how they progress.
You'll explore how dementia affects a person's thinking, memory, behaviour, and daily life.
You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches in dementia care.
You'll understand the importance of communication and how to adapt it for people with dementia.
You'll explore how to support the wellbeing and dignity of people living with dementia.
You'll understand the role of carers and families, and how to support them.
You'll learn about legal and ethical frameworks relevant to dementia care.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials in your own time. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams. Adult Education in Gloucestershire will confirm the full assessment details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education in Gloucestershire 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: work in residential or community settings with vulnerable adults.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role supporting a care team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main vocational qualification for senior care roles, covering a broader range of adult social care practice.
Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia: a shorter qualification if you want to deepen specialist knowledge in a specific area.
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: suited to those moving into supervisory or team leader roles in care settings.
