Positive Dementia Care

Course Code: ASC109
Award Level 2, Similar to - NVQ Level 2, GCSE (Grades A*-C)

Level 2 Positive Dementia Care award. In today's World where we are facing an ageing population dementia is a growing concern. This course will provide you will the skills necesary to help and care for a person with Dementia.

Course Content

Realising feelings matter most in dementia care
Becoming a Person-centred Dementia Care Worker
Focusing on the Person when Providing Personal Care
Person centred care and how it applies to you
How it would feel to lose your ability to hold a two-way conversation?
Personal care for a person with dementia
Creating a Positive, Meaningful, Active Day
The meaning of difficult behaviour
Identifying the key ingredients of person-centred care

Course Duration

This home learning course will take approximately 150 hours and there is no time limit for completion.

Assessment

The course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. Students will need to complete an end of course test from home.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time.

Qualifications

A successfully completed course leads to a Level 2 validated qualification in Positive Dementia Care from Ascentis; a leading UK awarding body recognised by the Qualification & Curriculum Authority (QCA).

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

There is no time limit to complete this Dementia Care home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines, this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

You will receive your official course manuals
A4 folder containing assignments
Unlimited tutor support
Includes the awarding body registration and certification fee

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

You will need to take an end of course multi choice test. This is completed at home.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certificate proving your success in Dementia Care.