L3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
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This qualification enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. This is a self-directed study programme.
Course Information
- Types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis
- Person-centred approaches in dementia care
- The role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support
- The use of medication to support individuals with dementia
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Units / Modules
- Unit 01 Understanding Dementia
- Unit 02 Understand How Person-centred Approaches are Used to Underpin the Care and Support of Individuals with Dementia
- Unit 03 Principles of Communication and Interaction in Dementia Care and Support
- Unit 04 Supporting Positive Interaction, Occupation and Activity in Dementia Care
- Unit 05 Principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care and Support
- Unit 06 Understand How to Support Individuals with Dementia to Exercise Choice and Rights
- Unit 07 Principles of the Administration of Medication and Wellbeing of Individuals with Dementia
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Career Progression
This qualification will support progression into relevant employment within the health and social care sector. The qualification doesn’t infer competence in the work role, but can be used to support the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed for those working in or towards a dementia care role. Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:- Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Certificate Level 3
- Working in the Health Sector Certificate Level 3
- Level 4 qualifications in health and social care
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Enquire NowCourse Details
Duration
26 weeks
Study Type
Full time
Start Date
12/09/2022
Course Code
77253-01
Course Fee (16-18)
No fee
Course Facts

The qualification is supported by employers in the health and social care sector.
