Dementia Awareness Course

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This Course at a Glance

Dementia is a term that refers to the symptoms that arise when the brain is impaired by certain diseases or conditions. It is a long-term cognitive condition characterised by a breakdown of the brain's processes which creates an impact on people at different periods of life, on different sections of the brain, and at varying rates. This course is designed to help caregivers or care workers who support people with dementia to develop a better understanding of the condition so they can exhibit compassion and empathy and understand how to respond appropriately.

This Dementia Awareness Training Course is designed to help you understand the different types of dementia, the symptoms relating to each one and the various types of assistance that persons with dementia require. This course also provides a concise insight into the strategies you can put in place to deal with clients suffering from dementia.

As the world's population ages dementia is becoming one of the most pressing health and care challenges prevalent in today's society. The number of people living with dementia in the United Kingdom is estimated to be around 850,000. According to projections, the number of persons living with dementia would reach 1 million by 2025, and 2 million by 2050. Hence, it is crucial to educate people about dementia before raising awareness and this extensive Dementia Awareness Training Course will assist you in doing so.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will have the knowledge, skills and confidence required to deal with people suffering from dementia.

This Dementia Awareness Training Course is primarily aimed at people who are suffering from dementia or work around people undergoing such illness on a daily basis. However, this training is not limited to a certain profession or industry. It rather pertains to a wide range of industries and is appropriate for all levels of learners, including those who work in care homes, medical settings, or simply relatives caring for a family member with a condition at home.

This Dementia Awareness Training Course assesses learners through multiple choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 75%.

Module 1: What Is Dementia Module 2: The Brain Module 3: Types of Dementia Module 4: Strategies to Use with Clients with Dementia, and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour

This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.

The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.

After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.

After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35.

CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world.

Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards.

For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days.

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Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout.

Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace.

No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons.

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