Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care Level 3
Description
The learner is considered to be an expert at this level; they will have prior knowledge and skills at Level 2 in the related subject area.The qualification consists of core knowledge units aligned to types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis, person-centred approaches, communication, interaction and inclusion, the use of medication to support individuals with dementia.
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What Qualification/level is this course?
The Level 3 Certificate in in the Principles of Dementia Care focuses on types of dementia. It looks at the importance of early diagnosis, person-centred approaches in dementia care. The learner will learn about the role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support and the use of medication to support individuals with dementia.
Who is the course for?
The Level 3 qualification, at this level is aimed at an expert in the principles of dementia care. They will have prior knowledge and skills at Level 2 in the related subject area.
What can I expect to learn?
The qualification comprises of the following core mandatory units:
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.
How will I learn?
An online course where learners will also be asked to carry out research and reflection for the subject area and will be directed to online tools and reputable websites. Learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes of the units.
How will I know how well I am doing?
Learners will have an assigned tutor who will communicate on the online platform and when needed telephone or Microsoft Teams.
Work will be regularly assessed and marked, and learners will be provided with encouraging developmental feedback.
Targets will be set at different stages of the course to enable learners to meet personal and course objectives.
Will I have to do any work at home?
We recommend at least 6 - 8 hours a week to complete research, reading and home study.
Typically, the course can be completed in 6 months.
What will I need to provide?
Learners will need to have access to a computer or device to enable them to visit the online platform to complete and submit work.
Telephone to enable tutor contact.
Pen/pad of paper for taking notes for example to use during one to one phone meetings.
Are there any other costs?
There are no other costs in addition to the course fee.
What can I do next?
Your dedicated tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.
Further information:
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