Foundations in Dementia

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Course overview

Provider
Futurelearn
Course type
Free trial availiable
Deadline
Flexible
Duration
6 hours
Course author
Justine Schneider

Description

Discover better ways to support people with dementia. Explore signs and symptoms, interventions, support networks and more.
Gain expert knowledge and skills to care for individuals living with dementia

Dementia is becoming more common worldwide. On this course, you will learn to understand people with dementia and to care appropriately as a professional or family supporter. Spanning six topics from prevention and diagnosis to end of life care, the course also offers insights from recent research.

Whatever your role in dementia care, by engaging with the resources and exchanging views with others, you will gain knowledge, skills, and confidence in dealing with people with dementia. Some of the material is specific to England and Wales, such as the legal context and health service provision.

Foundations in Dementia
  • English language

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  • Certificate available