Description:
Units of study may include:
Unit 1: Dementia awareness
Unit 2: The person-centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
Unit 3: Factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
Unit 4: Equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
Unit 5: Administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
Unit 6: Behaviour in the context of dementia
Unit 7: Benefits of engaging in activities in social care
Study Type:
Course Area:
1506
12 weeks
This will take 12 weeks to complete and consists of 3 written assessments.
Each candidate is required to give written responses to a work booklet either handwritten or to complete the booklet using an electronic template.
You will be required to submit 3 assessments each taking 4 weeks to complete. The course is also available as an online programme.
Although there are no formal entry requirements for this Principles of Dementia Care course, due to the nature and course delivery of distance learning we require all applicants to hold a minimum of English Literacy Level 1 or equivalent.
If you are between 19 and 23 yrs of age you must also have already achieved a full level 2 qualification ie the equivalent of 5 GCSE Grades A-C.
This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.
Please note you can only study one online course at a time. Upon successful completion, you can then apply for a new programme.
Availability & Enrolment:
Will I have to pay fees?
School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies.
If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £27,295. Find more information on Advanced Learner Loans on our website.
If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived:
- Job Seeker’s Allowance
- Income Support
You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course).
* If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement.
It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.
For any questions about fees, remissions and entitlements, please contact our helpful Enrolments Team on 01329 815 200.