Our Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF) is an accredited qualification developed in alignment with the National Dementia Strategy, aimed at fostering a comprehensive understanding of dementia and its impact on communication and interaction. Through remote learning, including assignments, workbooks, and a range of resources, participants explore key concepts essential for effective dementia care.
The course delves into the diverse experiences of individuals with dementia, emphasising the importance of tailoring care to meet their unique needs and preferences. Participants gain insight into the principles of person-centred care, understanding its benefits and the roles of caregivers and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will develop a deep understanding of dementia, its neurological effects, and learn to distinguish it from other conditions. Effective communication strategies for positive engagement with individuals affected by dementia are also covered.
This qualification is ideal for healthcare workers, caregivers, and professionals in related sectors seeking to enhance their expertise in dementia care.
Upon completion of this award, learners emerge with a enriched understanding of dementia and enhanced competency in delivering effective communication and person-centred care.
Course Details
Qualification Name: Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
Accreditation: iCQ OfQual recognised qualification
OfQual Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/6927/8
Average time to completion: 2 to 4 weeks
Course Content
Mandatory Units
- Module 1 – Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in Dementia Care: This module delves into the significance of recognising the diversity among individuals with dementia, emphasising the unique needs and preferences of each person. It explores how values and beliefs shape attitudes towards dementia and underscores the importance of person-centred care.
- Module 2 – Person-Centred Approach to Dementia Care: This module explores the principles of person-centred care for individuals with dementia, highlighting its benefits and the roles of both professional caregivers and other stakeholders. It emphasises the importance of building strong relationships with caregivers and understanding the roles of various individuals involved in providing care and support.
- Module 3 – Dementia Awareness: This module provides a comprehensive understanding of dementia, including its definition, neurological impact, and differentiation from other conditions. It introduces theoretical models of dementia and emphasises viewing dementia as a disability. Furthermore, it covers common types, causes, signs, and symptoms of dementia, as well as factors influencing individual experiences and societal attitudes towards dementia.
- Module 4 – Factors Influencing Communication with Individuals with Dementia: This module explores the complexities of communication and interaction with individuals affected by dementia. It addresses how dementia affects communication abilities and identifies strategies for fostering positive communication through a person-centred approach. Additionally, it discusses understanding an individual’s background to facilitate meaningful interactions and the role of involving others in communication enhancement.
Enrolment and Delivery
Please use our enquiry form or contact us by telephone if you have any queries about this qualification or would like to express an interest to enrol onto this course. A member of our team will be happy to answer any questions, help to make sure this course is right for you and/or your staff team, and talk you through what is involved in enrolment and course completion.
Upon enrolment, you will be assigned a personal tutor who will assist you through achieving successful and meaningful completion of your award. All of the electronic resources, workbooks and assignments required for you to complete the course will be emailed to you for you to commence working with at a time of your convenience. Your tutor will work with you to set targets and milestones that are achievable for you and will check in with you regularly, providing assistance whenever necessary.
On successful completion of your award, your assessor will coordinate with the awarding body for the issuance of your certificates, which will be promptly delivered to you.
Pricing
Including Assignment, Workbook and Resources:
The full cost of this qualification is £95 per person which is duly invoiced at the point of enrolment.
Upon completion and certification of this qualification, the certificate(s) for you/your staff members will be sent to you.
Quality Assurance
This Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia is accredited to the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF), the new framework for creating and accrediting qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (OfQual) regulates this qualification, examinations and assessments in England.
Complete Training is an approved registered centre with the OFQUAL regulated awarding organisation ‘I Can Qualify‘ (iCQ). All our qualifications are subject to both internal and external quality assurance processes to ensure we meet all of the awarding body specifications. All course materials are developed to meet the specific outcomes that make up the full qualification.
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