Course Details

In collaboration with ElderWorld (see elderworld.co.uk), e3learning are developing a series of five courses targeted at understanding dementia, and how to provide care for those affected by dementia. The courses are intended for carer’s working in a care environment.

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of the dementia care courses, the learner should have:

• Knowledge of the affects of dementia
• An understanding of the principles of person centred care
• A practical understanding of the different approaches and techniques to employ when working with those affected by dementia
• An awareness of how to manage their behaviour to positively impact on those affected by dementia
• An understanding of the boundaries and rights when working with those affected by dementia

Course Content

Understanding Dementia 1 – An Introduction covers:

• An introduction to caring for those affected by dementia
• What dementia is
• Types and causes of dementia
• Conditions that often accompany dementia
• The different stages of dementia

Understanding Dementia 2 – Person Centre Care covers:

• Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
• Well being versus ill being
• The impact of carer behaviour
• Increasing well being

Understanding Dementia 3 – Communication Skills covers:

• The impact of positive and negative communication
• The use of voice
• Effective listening
• Use of metaphors and symbols
• Empathy

Understanding Dementia 4 – Working with Me covers:

• The building blocks of care
• Identity and biography
• Importance of culture
• Comfort and attachment
• Autonomy and agency
• Risks and rights
• Activities and occupation

Understanding Dementia 5 – Understanding Difficult and Challenging Behaviour covers:

• An introduction to challenging behaviour
• Factors underlying challenging behaviour
• The ABC approach
• The carer’s role in challenging behaviour