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Level 2 Certificate in Dementia Care (RQF) TQUK

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Content Overview

40 topics in 4 modules

  1. ā˜‘ļø Understanding Dementia 10 topics
    • Differentiating between dementia, delirium and depression
    • Understanding common types of dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia
    • Learn about the symptoms and progress of dementia
    • Factors influencing the risks and progression of dementia
    • The impact of recognition and diagnosis of dementia
    • Comprehending national and local strategies for dementia
    • Discuss about the roles of professionals in diagnosis and support
    • How to interpret legislation and policies related to dementia care
    • Distinguishing between a person-centred and non-person-centred approach to dementia care
    • Understand the impact of diversity factors in dementia care
  2. ā˜‘ļø Person-centred Approaches to Dementia Care 10 topics
    • Significance of person-centred care approach in dementia
    • Implementing a person-centred approach in dementia care
    • The role of carers in the administration and management of medication
    • Importance of effective communication and interaction in dementia care
    • Assisting individuals with dementia to deal with fear or distress
    • The use of palliative care approaches in dementia care
    • The role of end-of-life care in dementia
    • Understanding the use of advance care planning
    • Explore different strategies to address nutritional requirements of individuals with dementia
    • Understanding sensory loss or impairment in connection to dementia
  3. ā˜‘ļø Communication and Interaction in Dementia Care 10 topics
    • Various forms of communication used by individuals with dementia
    • Importance of non-verbal communication in understanding the feelings and needs of individuals with dementia
    • Techniques to improve communication with individuals with dementia
    • Avoiding and dealing with communication barriers
    • Importance of providing appropriate stimulation to communicate with individuals with dementia
    • Understanding dementia-related communication difficulties
    • Role of communication in managing challenging behaviour
    • Encouraging the participation of individuals with dementia
    • Using assistive technology for communication in dementia care
    • Understanding how dementia progression affects communication
  4. ā˜‘ļø Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care 10 topics
    • Importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
    • Explore how values and attitudes can impact on the care of individuals with dementia
    • Learn about the dementia experiences of various ethnic communities
    • Dealing with language and communication difficulties in diverse groups
    • Understanding individual’s spiritual needs and beliefs related to dementia
    • Care for LGBT individuals with dementia
    • How to support individuals with learning disabilities who have dementia
    • Handling issues related to youth and dementia
    • Addressing the stigma associated with dementia
    • Legislation and guidelines related to equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care

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