Aim: To develop an advanced knowledge of dementia and provide the best outcomes for people living with it Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
  • Understand what dementia is and explain the importance of dementia awareness
  • Describe the types, signs, progression and stages of dementia
  • Understand what is delirium and the symptoms associated with it
  • Explain the difference between dementia and delirium
  • Understand how dementia impacts an individual’s willingness to engage with others
  • List all the relevant legislations and the legal framework in the UK
  • Describe the physical, psychological and emotional problems faced by people with dementia
  • Understand the issues around their wellbeing and quality of life
  • Explain why people with dementia present certain behaviours
  • Describe the triggers of those behaviours, along with strategies to de-escalate them
  • Demonstrate the strategies and skills required to effectively communicate with people living with dementia
  • Describe how to deliver person-centred care to an individual with dementia
  • Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
  • Explain how to use evidence-based interventions to address cognitive and functional decline in people with dementia
  • Understand how to maintain dignity, empower the individuals to make choices and maintain independence as much as possible
  • Describe the ethical considerations in decision-making and capacity assessment
  • Understand the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
  • Explain how to develop empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity in dementia care practice
  • Describe how to design meaningful activities to improve the engagement of individuals with advanced dementia
Course Duration: Face-2-Face session will be delivered at your location for up to 16 attendees. Cost of this course is for all 16 attendees. eLearning: 3 hours. Face to Face session:  Equivalent to a one day course. If you are looking to enroll more than one individual, please visit the Group Creation page HERE.