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Posted on 21/04/2026
Dementia
Top Rated4.8(75 reviews)
Working in the care sector, it is critical to have an awareness of dementia and how it can impact those you care for and their families. This course is suitable for anyone who is looking to expand their understanding of the condition and how best to support people to live a full and dignified life with dementia.
9 Modules1 hour
£169£0
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What you'll learn
- Understand dementia, its main types, common symptoms, and effects on daily life and care.
- Recognise early signs of dementia and understand why timely diagnosis supports better care planning.
- Understand how person centred care promotes dignity, choice, independence, and wellbeing in dementia care.
- Learn how a calm and safe environment can support people living with dementia.
- Understand the role of good nutrition, fluid intake, and continence care in preventing health problems.
- Develop effective communication skills to understand needs and reduce distress for people with dementia.
- Understand UK dementia care guidance, safeguarding duties, and the importance of supporting families and carers.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand dementia, its main types, common symptoms, and effects on daily life and care.
- Recognise early signs of dementia and understand why timely diagnosis supports better care planning.
- Understand how person centred care promotes dignity, choice, independence, and wellbeing in dementia care.
- Learn how a calm and safe environment can support people living with dementia.
- Understand the role of good nutrition, fluid intake, and continence care in preventing health problems.
- Develop effective communication skills to understand needs and reduce distress for people with dementia.
- Understand UK dementia care guidance, safeguarding duties, and the importance of supporting families and carers.
Modules
- What is Dementia
- Types of Dementia
- Common Signs and Symptoms
- The Importance of Early Diagnosis
- Dementia and Environment
- Nutrition and Fluids
- Supporting Continence
- Delivering Person Centred Care
- Summary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dementia is a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities that interfere with daily life. It is not a disease itself but a progressive decline in cognitive function caused by various conditions.
Common types include Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed dementia. Each type has different causes, symptoms, and progression patterns.
Early signs include memory loss, difficulty finding words, confusion about time or place, poor judgment, mood or behavior changes, and difficulty managing everyday tasks.
Early diagnosis allows access to treatment and support, helps with future planning, improves quality of life, reduces safety risks, and enables individuals and families to make informed care decisions.