Awareness of Dementia Level 2 Award

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Course Overview

Course Overview
This course will help gain knowledge and an understanding of dementia, and how others can have an impact on the individual with dementia. It is ideal for anyone working or considering a career/volunteering in health and social care – or those with an interest in this area.
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Open Requirements

You will need to attend a pre-enrolment interview. Please telephone 0161 770 1383/1239 to arrange an appointment. You will need to demonstrate effective English skills to meet the demands of this course.
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Open Assessment

A candidate workbook covering all the learning outcomes of this qualification is produced by the awarding body. Each candidate is required to complete the workbook, which includes a variety of short and long answer questions.
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Open Content

The course consists of four mandatory unit which cover: Know the main causes and effects of dementia;
Understand the importance of a person-centred approach when working with individuals with dementia;
Recognise the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia; Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
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Open Progression

You can progress onto other related courses with or without qualifications to support your training and future development. Your tutor will discuss your next steps with you and you will have access to a Careers Adviser from National Careers Service.
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Open General Fee Information

The course is subsidised by GMCA – please see our full fees policy available at www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong. If course fees are more than £70 you can pay by instalment – see the fees policy. You may be eligible for a concession or help from the Discretionary Learner Support fund – please discuss this with our information, advice and guidance staff. We do not give refunds if you withdraw and you will remain liable for any outstanding instalments.
Prosp Fees
PV-M00048A
17/03/2020
14/07/2020
09:30
Tuesday
3.00 hrs per wk
15 weeks
184.75
WERNETH PARK LIFELONG LEARNING CENTRE