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the Principles of Dementia Care

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Skills covered in this course

types of dementia person-centred care supportive communication dementia care practices medication key issues

Our Level 2 course is here to help you understand what people with dementia need and how you can provide the right kind of care.

Course Overview

Dementia is one of the biggest causes of disability as people get older, and the numbers keep growing. By 2052, it’s thought that around two million people in the UK will be living with dementia. If you support people affected by dementia, it really helps to know there are different ways to approach dementia care. In this Level 2 course, you’ll cover the main types of dementia and learn how to assist individuals using person-centred care, along with communication that feels supportive and positive.

Course Overview Dementia is one of the biggest causes of disability later in life, and cases are increasing. By 2052, it’s estimated that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If your work involves supporting people with dementia, it’s important to understand the different styles of dementia care. Our Level 2 course walks you through the main forms of dementia and shows you how to support individuals using person-centred care and positive communication. View Course PDF Speak To Our Team

Is This Course Free?

This course is supported by the government’s Adult Skills Fund, so you might be able to study at no cost. You can check the funding eligibility details below. If you don’t meet the criteria, you can still join whenever you’re ready by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

Fully Accredited Course

The course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, an educational charity that has been supporting learners for more than 170 years. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and is regulated by Ofqual.

Progression Opportunities

Completing this course can support roles such as: Senior Care Nurse (£17,000 to £27,000) Care Worker (£13,500 to £25,000) Care Home Manager (£25,000 to £55,000)

How Long is the Course?

You’ll complete the course over seven weeks. We call our online learning 'flexible learning' because it’s built to fit around your job and home life. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll see all relevant deadlines inside your online course platform, so you can stay on track without guessing what comes next.

This course includes five units:

Understand the different types of dementia
Learn how to support individuals using person-centred care
Build your understanding of care practices
Learn how to use positive communication
Understand key issues related to medication

What will I learn?

This course includes five units:

Understand the different types of dementia
Learn how to support individuals using person-centred care
Build your understanding of care practices
Learn how to use positive communication
Understand key issues related to medication

Eligibility Criteria

This course is funded by the government. To study for free, you’ll need to meet these requirements:

You must currently live in England
You must be aged 19 or over
You must not be enrolled on an apprenticeship

Depending on where you live, additional conditions might apply. If you enrol and then don’t complete the course, or you withdraw, there is a £125 cancellation fee. This covers administration costs.

Not sure you meet the criteria?

You can still purchase this course and get started right away. Flexible payment options are available.

LCG Shop Payments

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    {
        "value": "11.4%",
        "description": "UK deaths linked to dementia"
    },
    {
        "value": "42k",
        "description": "people in the UK living with young onset dementia"
    },
    {
        "value": "£36bn",
        "description": "the estimated annual cost of dementia care in the UK"
    },
    {
        "value": "70%",
        "description": "people in care homes who have a memory-related condition"
    }
]

Masterclasses

At times, you may be asked to join mandatory online masterclasses as part of your programme.

Enrolment Paperwork

After you apply, you might need to fill in and return enrolment documents. They’ll be sent to you by email from the college or training provider, and returning them helps finalise your enrolment.

Studying made simple!

We’d rather not make this harder than it needs to be... Our courses are built to work around your schedule, including your work and your family time.

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        "title": "We'll start processing your funding application",
        "description": "A tutor will be assigned to support you throughout the course. If you need to reach them, you can do so by phone, text, or email."
    },
    {
        "title": "You'll receive text reminders when your work is due",
        "description": "Your tutor will mark your work and send it back to you within 7 days."
    },
    {
        "title": "Submit your work",
        "description": "When you’ve finished everything, we’ll apply for your certificate. It will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing the course."
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Need support enrolling?

If you’d like some help with enrolling, or you want to double-check that this is the right course for you, just pop your details in below. Someone from the team will get back to you.

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Attend classes, ask questions, and finish your homework. We check your activity and support your learning journey every step of the way.

Get the Summary Notes

Receive high-quality supporting documents, summary notes, and recommended readings. Ensure you have access to all tools and resources.

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Complete the final assessment to validate your learning. Earn your certificate and share your achievement with your professional network!

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