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Level 3 Course in Dementia Care

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Develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia​…

Free Online Level 3 Dementia Care Course with Certificate

This free online level 3 course aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of dementia and its effects.

Free Online Level 3 Dementia Care Course with Certificate

Duration

20-22 weeks

Funding

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About this free online course

This free online Level 3 Certificate in dementia care aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of dementia and its effects.

You will understand the various types of dementia, the importance of early diagnosis, and the crucial role that communication, interaction, and inclusion play in the provision of effective dementia care and support.

Tutor Support

Learn in confidence with support from a qualified tutor throughout the course.

Development

Join thousands of learners in growing both professionally and personally.

Research shows there are more than 944,000 people in the UK who have dementia. 1 in 11 people over the age of 65 have dementia in the UK.

Source: NHS

Course content

Your free course is split into manageable units.

There are no exams. You will complete assessment questions based on the skills and knowledge you have gained from the course units below…

Understanding dementia

  • Section 1– Understand common types, causes, and effects of dementia
  • Section 2 – Understand the importance of early diagnosis of dementia
  • Section 3 – Understand the effects and experience of dementia

Understand how person-centred approaches are used to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia

  • Section 1 – Understand person-centred approaches in dementia care and support
  • Section 2 – Understand how each individual’s experience of dementia is unique
  • Section 3 – Understand how to promote person-centred values for individuals with dementia
  • Section 4 – Understand how the nutritional needs of individuals with dementia should be met

Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support

  • Section 1 – Understand that individuals with dementia may communicate in different ways
  • Section 2 – Understand the range of factors that influence interactions and communication with individuals with dementia
  • Section 3 – Understand how communication and positive interactions are effective in the care and support of individuals with dementia

Support positive interaction, occupation and activity in dementia care

  • Section 1 – Understand the range and benefits of positive interaction and different approaches for individuals with dementia
  • Section 2 – Understand how to engage individuals with dementia in positive interaction, activity, and occupation
  • Section 3 – Understand how to engage with individuals with dementia to promote identity and inclusion

Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support

  • Section 1 – Understand the principles of equality and diversity within the context of dementia care and support
  • Section 2 – Understand how to recognise and challenge discrimination and oppressive practices

Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and rights

  • Section 1 – Understand how the rights of individuals are protected
  • Section 2 – Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and make decisions
  • Section 3 – Understand how to involve carers and others in supporting individuals with dementia
  • Section 4 – Understand how to enable individuals with dementia to exercise their rights and choices

Principles of the administration of medication and wellbeing of individuals with dementia

  • Section 1 – Understand common medication that may be used for individuals with dementia
  • Section 2 – Understand how to support individuals with dementia through the appropriate and effective use of medication

How it works

3 simple steps to qualification…

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Fast-track online enrolment

You can begin your stress-free journey to qualification by completing the short form on this page.

Once submitted, we’ll instantly match you with a relevant training provider based on your location to complete your enrolment.

Award-winning online learning

Enjoy a flexible and engaging learning experience through an award-winning online platform with support from a qualified tutor.

You can access first-class resources, interactive case studies, and support tools. All available on any device, anytime.

Gain an accredited qualification

Your nationally recognised level 3 certificate proves you’ve developed essential new skills and in-depth knowledge. The qualification is accredited by either NCFE or TQUK, depending on your location.

It’s a powerful personal achievement that boosts confidence, enhances employability, supports CPD and opens the door to further study or career progression.

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Funded by UK Government

The level 3 certificate is available online through one of our approved training provider partners, with the specific provider depending on your location.

The course is fully funded for eligible learners in England through the Adult Skills Fund (ASF), formerly known as the Adult Education Budget (AEB), which supports adult learning and skill development across the country.

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If this applies, you won’t be eligible for funding.

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FAQs

Is Dementia Care course free?

If you meet the eligibility criteria then YES!

We connect you with learning providers that use government funding, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Educational Budget (AEB).

Is Dementia Care a qualification?

Dementia Care is a level 3 qualification.

The qualification is accredited by NCFE and regulated by Ofqual.

Is the qualification recognised by employers?

All of our courses are accredited by UK government-recognised awarding bodies. These include NCFE CACHE and TQUK, with whom we work closely to ensure our existing courses, and all new ones, meet approved standards of excellence and are certified as such. NCFE CACHE and TQUK are national awarding organisations that design, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.

All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.

How many free online courses can I take?

You can only take one course at a time but you can take up to 7 in one academic year.

Do I need to sit an Exam?

No, there are no exams, all courses require you to complete assessment questions based on the knowledge you have just gained from the units.

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