CACHE Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia
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"Course Description
Dementia has an impact on 1 in 6 people over the age of 80 and is expected to rise to over 2 million sufferers by 2050. Care for people suffering from dementia is essential and this qualification aims to give students the knowledge required to work with those suffering and provide care to combat the illness.
To gain the full CACHE Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia (QCF) you will need to pass all the assignments.
There are no formal examinations on this course and the certification fee is included in the course fees. Full tutor support is also provided and your online tutor will guide you through lessons and online materials as well as answer any queries you may have on the course content. Written by our expert tutors, the course is designed to develop the knowledge of working with people who suffer from dementia and teaches students how to work closely with those suffering from the illness.
Upon completion of this qualification, students are awarded a CACHE Level 3 certificate. All certification fees are included in your course fees.
Why study a CACHE course?
CACHE are the UK’s leading awarding body in the care and education sectors. CACHE courses are seen as an industry standard and many employers specifically request Cache certifications when recruiting new employees.
Adding a cache qualification to your CV will greatly broaden your career prospects and significantly improve your earning potential with current or future employers.
So if you're looking to kick-start or boost your career in child care, the education industry or in health and social care then a CACHE qualification is perfect for you!
Qualification
This is a knowledge only qualification. Experience in the real work environment is not required and the entire course is completed through distance learning. Please note that this is a knowledge only Level 3 qualification and does not require any practical assessments.
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"Who Is This Course For?
Anyone that wants to learn how to work with people who suffer from dementia.
By choosing online learning instead of a classroom based course, it eliminates the need for time away from work, saving you valuable time and money. It is ideal for those with tight schedules as our online courses give you 12 months unlimited access to all the course materials. You can study at a pace that suits you, allowing you to easily resume your studies whenever you have the time. All you need is internet connection to study, so you can study from the comfort of your home or any environment that suits you."
"Requirements
Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.
For the best viewing experience on our state-of-the-art eLearning platform we recommend an internet connection of 10Mbps or better. Please also use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox as your browser with Adobe Flash Player."
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- Industry
- Dementia
- Medication
- Neurology
- Communication Training
- Care Education
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Course Content
Included in this course are the following units:
Unit 1: Understand the process and experience of dementia
- Understand the neurology of dementia
- Understand the impact of recognition and diagnosis of dementia
- Understand how dementia care must be underpinned by a person-centred approach
Unit 2: Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach
- Understand the common medications available to and appropriate for, individuals with dementia
- Understand how to provide person-centred care to individuals through the appropriate and effective use of medication
Unit 3: Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia
- Understand that individuals with dementia may communicate in different ways
- Understand the importance of positive interactions with individuals with dementia
- Understand the factors which can affect interactions and communication of individuals with dementia
Unit 4: Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion
- Understand the concept of diversity and its relevance to working with individuals who have dementia
- Understand that each individual’s experience of dementia is unique
- Understand the importance of working in a person-centred way and how this links to inclusion
Course Content
Course Content
Included in this course are the following units:
Unit 1: Understand the process and experience of dementia
Unit 1: Understand the process and experience of dementia
- Understand the neurology of dementia
- Understand the impact of recognition and diagnosis of dementia
- Understand how dementia care must be underpinned by a person-centred approach
Unit 2: Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach
Unit 2: Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach
- Understand the common medications available to and appropriate for, individuals with dementia
- Understand how to provide person-centred care to individuals through the appropriate and effective use of medication
Unit 3: Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia
Unit 3: Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia
- Understand that individuals with dementia may communicate in different ways
- Understand the importance of positive interactions with individuals with dementia
- Understand the factors which can affect interactions and communication of individuals with dementia
Unit 4: Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion
Unit 4: Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion
- Understand the concept of diversity and its relevance to working with individuals who have dementia
- Understand that each individual’s experience of dementia is unique
- Understand the importance of working in a person-centred way and how this links to inclusion
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CACHE Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia