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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.
Key facts
- Spanning six topics from prevention and diagnosis to end of life care, the course also offers insights from recent research.
- 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.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...- Identify how lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of dementia
- Assess the signs and symptoms that may indicate dementia and describe the pathway to diagnosis and treatment
- Identify communication approaches which can support the person with dementia to communicate their needs
- Debate ethical aspects of decision-making in the light of English laws and guidelines (Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Act 2014 etc)
- Describe the impact of caring on family supporters
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- 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.
More details
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 72 other Short Courses in Public Health in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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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 Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents94 EUR / full≈ 94 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents94 EUR / full≈ 94 EUR / full
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