Dementia Awareness in Health and Social Care Training Course
Dementia Awareness in Health and Social Care Overview
You will be introduced to examples of best practice when taking a person-centred approach to supporting individuals with dementia. This includes using assistive aids and technologies, meeting their communication needs, and effectively planning ahead for fluctuations and decline in mental capacity.
Learning Outcomes
- To gain an understanding of the meaning of the term dementia, the four main types and their causes
- To gain an understanding of the symptoms of four types of dementia
- To gain an understanding of how dementia is diagnosed and why early diagnosis is important
- To gain an understanding of the factors that may increase the risk of dementia and how to reduce them
- To gain an understanding of how dementia may be treated
- To gain an understanding of how to support those with dementia and best practices
Training Units
Types and Symptoms of Dementia
15MThis unit introduces dementia, explaining its impact on memory, perception, and behaviour, and outlines the main types and symptoms.
- What Is Dementia?
- Types of Dementia
- Symptoms of Dementia
- Understanding Memory Loss
Risk Factors and Diagnosis
15MLearners will explore the factors that may increase the risk of dementia, the importance of early diagnosis, and key steps in identifying the condition.
- Risk Factors for Dementia
- The Importance of Early Diagnosis and Its Impact
- Differentiating Dementia from Similar Conditions
Supporting Individuals with Dementia
20MThis unit focuses on strategies for providing effective, person-centred support, planning for future needs, and ensuring safety in dementia care.
- Person-Centred Support: Tailoring Care to the Individual
- Treatment Options: Medication and Non-Pharmaceutical Approaches
- Assistive Aids and Technologies for Dementia Care
- Effective Communication Strategies
- Planning Ahead: Preparing for Future Care Needs
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