This course is aimed at all staff working in the care environment who work with people with dementia. A general understanding of the issues associated with dementia will be established. Candidates will gain under-pinning knowledge of the below issues and therefore will be able to put this into practice where necessary.
Duration
3 or 6 hours
Objectives
1. What is meant by the term dementia
2. Different types of dementia
3. Strategies that may assist the individual and their carer in the management of the disease
4. Supporting the individual
5. Communication
6. Managing behavioural changes
7. Empowering the individual
Target Audience
This course supports those that work with people who suffer from Dementia.
Certification
A certificate of achievement will be issued following completion of the course.
