Foundations in Dementia, Certificate | Part time online | FutureLearn | United Kingdom
1 months
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About

Discover better ways to support people with dementia. Explore signs and symptoms, interventions, support networks and more with Foundations in Dementia at The University of Nottingham by FutureLearn.

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Overview

Dementia is becoming more common worldwide. On Foundations in Dementia at The University of Nottingham by FutureLearn , you will learn to understand people with dementia and to care appropriately as a professional or family supporter. Spanning six topics from prevention and diagnosis to end of life care, the course also offers insights from recent research.

Key facts:

Whatever your role in dementia care, by engaging with the resources and exchanging views with others, you will gain knowledge, skills, and confidence in dealing with people with dementia. Some of the material is specific to England and Wales, such as the legal context and health service provision.

Programme Structure

Topics:

  • Inside the brain

  • Assessment and treatment

  • Law and ethics

  • Communication skills

  • Family and friends

  • Living well with dementia and end of life care

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 1 months
    • 3 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • This course would suit health and social care professionals (e.g. nurses, doctors, therapists and social workers). It will also interest students, carers of people with dementia, individuals with a recent diagnosis, volunteers, and dementia researchers.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    134 USD/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 134 USD for the full programme during 1 months.
  • National

    134 USD/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 134 USD for the full programme during 1 months.

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