
Dementia Awareness Tier 1
Ascend Learning Solutions
The term ‘Dementia’ describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and/ or difficulty in thinking, problem-solving or language. People who suffer with dementia may experience changes over a long or a shorter period of time, and this course will assist in raising awareness in how to cope with these changes when seen in people around you.
Who should complete the course?
For healthcare workers or volunteers who want to gain an awareness of what dementia is, or as a refresher for experienced staff meeting their CPD requirements.
Course Content
- What is dementia?
- Causes and symptoms associated with dementia
- Support strategies
- Behaviours associated with people living with dementia
- The National Dementia Strategy