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.
Aim: A spotlight on understanding and accepting dementia and providing proactive support Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
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:
