Government Funded Dementia courses

...understanding different types of dementia causes of dementia managing challenging behaviours activities and distractions... Learn about: Brain Function, Challenging Behaviour...

...Suitable for: This course is available to all delegates who work in the health care sector, although having previous knowledge of dementia may benefit. Please let us know the levels of understanding of delegates so we can ensure that the course is tailored to suit... Learn about: Early Diagnosis, Meaningful interaction, Early Diagnosis Meaningful interaction...

...This course aims to increase understanding of Dementia, including the types, causes and symptoms. It includes information on testing for Dementia, as well as helpful practical tips for the care of those with Dementia. Suitable for: Anybody wishing to gain an increased awareness of dementia... Learn about: Medical Conditions, Mental capacity, Mental Health...

...To understand the causes of dementia, to have knowledge of the different types of dementia, to understand the effects, of the illness from family and friends point of view, to understand the impact environment and communication style may have on an older adult with dementia, to have strategies... Learn about: Help available, Environmental Impact...

...Suitable for: This course is designed to develope skills and knowledge about people suffering with Dementia. Suitable for anyone in a care setting about the age of 16 can take this course... Learn about: Adult care...

...Course Curriculum Module 1 – Dementia Module 2 – Types of dementia Module 3 – The social model of dementia Module 4 – Comorbidities Dementia Types... Learn about: Health care Professional, Types of Dementia, Social model of dementia...

...To understand the causes of dementia, to have knowledge of the different types of dementia, to understand the effects, of the illness from family and friends point of view, to understand the impact environment and communication style may have on an older adult with dementia, to have strategies... Learn about: Preparing next steps, Improving environment, Challengin behaviour...

...Person Centred Approach to Dementia. Nature and causes of Dementia. Coping with Dementia. Treatment and interventions in caring for people with dementia. Suitable for: Those working in health and care of the elderly...

...This Unit will develop candidates' knowledge and understanding of Dementia and the effects it has on the individual and their Carers...

... important insights that change how we think about dementia in general... Learn about: Faces of Dementia, Lewy Bodies, Visual information...

...This is a three hour workshop that covers topics including Factors that can contribute to confusion, The difference between confusion and dementia, What is dementia? Developing an understanding of Dementia, Signs and symptoms of dementia, How dementia affects individuals and Understanding...

...This course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. Enables you to evaluate the principles and practices of dementia care, and develop the knowledge to promote the awareness of dementia, which in-turn will influence patient safety and... Learn about: Team Leadership, Team Training, Dementia Management...

... dementia and enables a broad understanding of the impact of dementia on the individual and society. Clinical knowledge is blended with developing skills in communication for health and social care, research and leadership learning...

...About 800,000 people in the UK are living with dementia. It’s estimated that dementia costs the economy £23 billion a year. There is a growing demand for practitioners and decision-makers with the insight to tackle what is a major social challenge. This new MA helps to meet that demand... Learn about: Communication Training, Policy Context, Theorising Dementia...