Dementia Awareness

Dementia Awareness

CPD Approved

Course Description:

Dementia Awareness provides an essential understanding of various types of dementia, their symptoms, and impacts on cognitive functions. This course equips participants with strategies to support individuals affected by dementia and manage challenging behaviors effectively.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the definition and nature of dementia.
• Explore how dementia affects the brain and its cognitive functions.
• Identify common types of dementia and their distinguishing characteristics.
• Learn practical strategies to assist clients with dementia and handle challenging behaviors with sensitivity and effectiveness.

Target Audience:

This course is suitable for anyone working with or alongside individuals who may have dementia, providing valuable insights and skills necessary for compassionate care and support.

Advantages:

• Enhances awareness and understanding of dementia’s impact and symptoms.
• Equips participants with practical strategies to improve interactions and care for individuals with dementia.
• Convenient online format allows participants to learn at their own pace, accommodating professional schedules effectively.

Course Modules:

1. Module 1: What Is Dementia? (Pass % Required: 70)
2. Module 2: The Brain (Pass % Required: 70)
3. Module 3: Types of Dementia (Pass % Required: 70)
4. Module 4: Strategies to Use with Clients with Dementia, and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (Pass % Required: 70)

Recommended System Requirements:

• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1GB+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 25 minutes (based on video content; excludes loading and question-thinking time).

This course equips participants with essential knowledge and practical strategies to effectively support individuals living with dementia, fostering a caring and informed approach in professional environments.