Free Level 3 Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. There are no formal entry requirements. The course covers the causes and types of dementia, how dementia is diagnosed, person-centred approaches to care, communication, equality and inclusion, rights and choices, and medication administration. Seven units are spread across 12 months, with an expectation of around 5 to 10 hours of study per week. This free understanding the principles of dementia care course is delivered through Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.
Who this course is for
This course has been designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of different areas of the diagnosis of Dementia, supporting and caring for Dementia patients:
The causes of Dementia
The different types of Dementia
How Dementia is diagnosed and other conditions associated with Dementia
How a person-centred approach can be used to support individuals with Dementia
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand the causes and different types of dementia.
You'll learn how dementia is diagnosed and identify conditions associated with it.
You'll apply person-centred approaches to support individuals with dementia.
You'll develop communication and interaction skills specific to dementia care.
You'll understand how to support positive activity and occupation for people with dementia.
You'll explore equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals with dementia to exercise their rights and make choices.
You'll understand the principles of administering medication to individuals with dementia.
How you will learn
All study is online and self-paced. You'll work through seven units covering different aspects of dementia care, with an expectation of around 5 to 10 hours of learning per week. Assessment is through a range of written methods, including short answer questions and longer essay-style questions. There are no timetabled lessons to attend.
What you will need to bring
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with dementia in home or residential settings.
Dementia care worker: specialist day-to-day care for people living with dementia.
Senior care assistant: lead a small team in a care home or supported living setting.
Support worker: help individuals with dementia maintain independence and wellbeing.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or community dementia services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main vocational qualification for senior roles in adult social care, covering a broader range of care settings and responsibilities.
Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those moving into supervisory or team leader roles in care.
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Mental Health: builds on dementia knowledge with wider mental health understanding, as suggested by the provider.
