Understanding Dementia Training – Online Course – CPDUK Accredited

Understanding Dementia - Online Training Course - Level 1 -  CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online Understanding Dementia training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease or a series of strokes. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but not the only one. The specific symptoms that someone with dementia experiences will depend on the parts of the brain that are damaged and the disease that is causing dementia.

This comprehensive online Understanding Dementia training course explains what dementia is, including the causes and symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated. It also looks at some of the different types of dementia and how to support people with dementia.

Entry requirements - no prerequisites required

Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Who is the course for?

This online Understanding Dementia training course should be completed by those who work in health and social care services, including:

• NHS medical, nursing, AHP and care staff
• Locum doctors and nurses
• Locum allied health professionals (AHPs)
• Agency nurses
• Agency workers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support workers
• Care assistants
• Community services
• Social Care Support Workers
• Voluntary Staff working in the NHS.

What is covered in this course?

This online Understanding Dementia training course covers the following:

• Introduction,
• What is dementia?
• What causes dementia,
• Types of dementia,
• Person-centred dementia care,
• Dementia and existing health conditions,
• Dementia effects on family and friends,
• Changes brought about by dementia,
• Positive aspects,
• Where to get support and
• Summary.

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Course aims and objectives

This online Understanding Dementia training course is aimed at individuals as well as health and social care staff to improve awareness of the importance of interacting with people who have dementia in a sensitive and understanding manner. This Understanding Dementia eLearning course explains what dementia is, including the changes and symptoms and best practice for those who have caring roles.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this online Understanding Dementia training course, learners will be able to:

• Define the term ‘dementia’,
• Have an awareness of the prevalence of dementia in the UK population,
• Identify signs of dementia and also explain how these signs may be associated with other conditions or circumstances,
• Explain why early diagnosis of dementia is essential,
• Support people who have dementia so that they can live fulfilling lives with their diagnosis,
• understand that each individual is unique and that dementia will not affect people in the same way,
• Have an understanding of the impact of dementia on individuals living with dementia, their families, friends and society as a whole,
• Describe the changes that people with dementia and their families experience,
• Explain the many factors which influence the experience of living with dementia,
• Describe person-centred approaches to caring,
• Understand the importance of effective communication and showing compassion to people who have dementia,
• Understand that signs of frustration and distress by a person who has dementia may be a means to communicate unmet needs,
• Be able to signpost individuals, families and carers to dementia advice, support and information, and
• To provide a FREE blended learning environment that is available to all individuals and businesses.

Why is this Understanding Dementia course important?

Caring for a loved one with dementia poses many challenges for families and carers. People with dementia from conditions such as Alzheimer’s and related diseases have a progressive brain disorder that makes it more and more difficult for them to remember things, think clearly, communicate with others, or take care of themselves. Also, dementia can cause mood swings and even change a person’s personality and behaviour.

While developing this understanding dementia course, we knew all too well that working with dementia clients can be challenging, but it is also enriching. Providing specialist dementia training for health and social care workers makes a considerable difference in the following ways:

• It explains the biological components of dementia care (anatomy/physiology of the brain and differing dementias),
• It helps them to understand how dementia affects the client and their family,
• It enables carers to prepare for the unexpected in advance and how to deal with it when it comes,
• It minimises the risks for clients, their families and for carers in dealing with challenging behaviours, such as wandering, agitation or paranoia,
• It allows for the development of a person-centred approach in dementia care, and
• It educates the carer on the changing needs along the continuum of the dementia journey.

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Complete 'End of Course Assessment'

After completing the end of course assessment with a passing rate of 80%, you will be able to download, save and/or print a quality assured CPD certificate.

Save or print your certificate from your device

You will be able to print or save your quality assured certificate in PDF format from your learner profile.

Posted certificate

If you require a hard copy of your certificate, this will cost £8.00. The certificate will be dispatched to you within 48 hours of completing the course.

Certificate renewal

This certificate does not have an expiration date. However, based on industry best practice guidelines, the recommended renewal period for the training is three years. The recommended renewal date will be indicated on your certificate.

Course accreditation

All our eLearning courses and training programmes are externally peer-reviewed and approved by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK). These courses comply with the universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. Our CPD certificates are recognised internationally and can be used to provide evidence for compliance and audit.

Career path

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Is there an end of course assessment?

Yes, there is an end of course assessment. After completing the learning materials, you will be redirected to the ‘End of Course Assessment’ section.

How many questions am I required to answer?

You will be asked to answer 20 questions. These questions are a combination of single and multiple choice questions, reordering answers, filling in the blanks and open answers.

What is the pass mark for this course?

To pass the end of course assessment, you must achieve a passing rate of 80% or more.

If I fail, how many times can I take the end of course assessment?

You can retake the end of course assessment as many times as required.

Do I get charged for reattempting the end of course assessment?

No. There will be no extra charges for reattempting the end of course assessment.

Do I get a certificate once I have passed the course?

Yes, you can download a digital CPD certificate in PDF format after completing the end of course assessment. You can save or print your certificate from your learner profile.

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How do I book this course?

To enrol on this e-learning course, please add the course to your basket. From there, you will be redirected to our secure checkout page to complete your booking.

What if I am booking the course for someone else?

If you are booking the course for someone else, please state their name(s) in the 'notes' section of the basket. You will be able to enrol the course to the learner from your profile.

How do I access my learning materials?

Once your payment has been confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email with a receipt. Immediately after purchase, you will receive an email with further instructions and unique login credentials to access your learner account. Next, you will need to follow the instructions and login to your learner account.

How does the course work?

Our courses are divided into six units. You can either read or listen to the course materials. At the end of each unit is a 'knowledge check' section. This section helps the learners remember what they have learnt.

Do I need a computer to complete this course?

Our online training courses can be completed on your desktop computer/Mac, laptop, tablet or mobile device. These online courses are easily accessible as long as there is an internet connection.

How long does it take to complete this course?

These online training courses are self-paced. Therefore, learners have full control and flexibility on when they wish to complete the material.

What is the deadline to complete this course?

There is no deadline for completion. The course will expire from a learner's account after 365 days, whether it has been accessed or not.

Do I complete the end of course assessment online?

Yes. All end of course assessments are completed online.

What is the passing rate for this course?

Learners are required to achieve a passing rate of 80% or more to complete the course and gain a CPD certificate.

When will I get my certificate?

To obtain your certificate, you need to complete the end of course assessment first. A passing rate of 80% or more is required to gain a CPD certificate.

Where will I find my certificate?

Obtained certificates can be downloaded from the learner's profile page.

What is your refund policy?

We want you to be completely satisfied with your training. Thus, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied.

To request a refund, you should email our Support Team with your receipt stating why you would like to be refunded. Any courses that have been completed and those with certificates will not be valid for a refund.

Will I be able to access learning materials on multiple devices, such as tablets and mobile phones?

Yes, you can access the learning materials from any electronic device that has an internet connection. However, we recommend that you use a desktop or laptop device for the best learning experience. These online courses can also be taken on tablet and mobile devices, such as iPads, iPhone and Android mobile phones.

Is a specific internet web browser recommended to complete this course?

For the best possible experience, we recommend that learners use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11 or Firefox. Please ensure no updates are pending on your browser.

How long do learners have to complete a course?

There is no estimated completion time for this course. Learners can study in their own time at their speed. Learners may pause, leave and come back to the system to continue the training at any time.

How many CPD hours or CPD points is this course worth?

The CPD hours depend on how long each learner takes to complete the course materials and assessments. Each course will indicate the anticipated completion time. This gives a general indication of the CPD hours for those who are required to submit their continuing professional development hours.

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