Overview
Successful completion of the units in this Understanding the Principles of Dementia course at The Sheffield College will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia and its effects.
Future Opportunities
This qualification will support progression into relevant employment within the health and social care sector. The qualification does not 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.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Understanding dementia
- Understand how person-centred approaches are used to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia
- Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support
- Supporting positive interaction, occupation and activity in dementia care
- Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support
- Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and rights
- Principles of the administration of medication and well-being of individuals with dementia
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Health Sciences Gerontology View 312 other Short Courses in Health Sciences 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
- Learners must be aged 19+ years.
- There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification, however learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a Level 2 health and social care related qualification.
Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
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Additional Details
- These level 2 courses are free if you are a resident of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
Funding
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