Understanding Dementia 1 - An Introduction

In collaboration with carers who have direct experience of providing care to those affected by dementia, develpoed in partnership with ElderWorld and Grampians Health this series of five courses are 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.

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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

The courses cover the following topics:

  • 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

$ 38.5 (AUD) per subscription

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