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Level 2 Dementia Care Course at Poole Adult Learning Centre

Cost£165.00
Duration24 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Dementia Care Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 24 weeks. You'll build knowledge of dementia care principles, including person-centred care, communication methods, medication issues, and how to support people through meaningful activities. The course uses an e-learning package with tutor feedback throughout. You'll need reliable internet access and a device to study on, whether at home, at work, or at a library. This free dementia care course for adults leads to the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care.

Who this course is for

We have designed this course to support you with working in the care sector. Successful completion of this course will provide skills and knowledge required for job roles working in care and support. This course is designed to support 19+ learners progress into employment or further learning depending on needs and interests.

You will need good IT skills and access to a computer, laptop or tablet with regular and reliable internet connection. This can be at home, at work, or in a library. You can check the suitability of this course for a preferred career path or route to employment by looking at various job profiles on the National Careers Service website https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/.

There is an expectation that if you enrol on this course, you are willing to commit fully to the period of time involved in this course, the associated home study and the assessed work required, and intend to sit the examination if applicable. You should consider your readiness to commit to study and we have a study support toolbox to help you with this: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/

English language skills at Level 1 are required. You will be asked to complete an online assessment in English after submitting a course application.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key principles of dementia and how it affects people differently.
  • You'll explore person-centred approaches to dementia care.
  • You'll learn how positive communication methods can improve the experience of people living with dementia.
  • You'll examine the role of medication in dementia care and the issues around its use.
  • You'll understand how appropriate activities support the wellbeing of people with dementia.
  • You'll develop the underpinning knowledge needed for a dementia care role.

How you will learn

You'll study through an online e-learning package, working through material at your own pace. Assessment activities are completed electronically. A tutor will review your work and give written feedback, suggesting further activities to support your understanding. There are no classroom sessions. You'll need a computer, laptop, or tablet with a reliable internet connection.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a computer, laptop, or tablet with regular and reliable internet access. This can be at home, at work, or at a library. Poole Adult Learning Centre 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.
  • Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Activities coordinator: plan and run wellbeing activities for people with dementia.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Dementia Care: deepens your knowledge and is suited to senior or specialist care roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care (NVQ-style): a work-based qualification that demonstrates practical competence alongside knowledge, often required for progression in adult social care.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many senior care workers and team leaders hold.
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