Yes, dementia training is considered essential—and often mandatory—for care home staff. According to UK care standards and CQC regulations, staff must have the skills to understand, communicate with, and support individuals living with dementia.

Training ensures that care is person-centred, respectful, and safe, and that staff can respond appropriately to behavioural or cognitive changes. Ascend Learning offers engaging dementia awareness training to help care teams meet these legal and moral obligations.

People with dementia may still be aware of their surroundings, relationships, and emotions, especially in the early to mid stages. However, memory loss and cognitive decline can affect how they perceive time, people, or events.

It’s important to treat every individual with respect, empathy, and patience, regardless of how much they seem to understand. Our training helps staff recognise subtle signs, respond with sensitivity, and support wellbeing through every stage of dementia.

Medication awareness training educates care home staff on the safe handling, administration, and monitoring of medicines.

This includes understanding:

Types of medications

Dosage and timing

Side effects and interactions

Legal responsibilities and documentation

It ensures that staff support residents safely while staying compliant with care sector regulations.

Care home staff require a range of training to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care. Core topics include:

Moving and handling

Safeguarding adults

Infection control

Health and safety

Dementia awareness

Medication training

Ongoing training is also essential for maintaining compliance with the CQC and ensuring best practices are upheld.

Person-centred care training teaches staff to tailor care based on each resident’s unique needs, values, and preferences.

It focuses on respecting individuality, encouraging independence, and fostering dignity. Staff learn how to:

Communicate effectively

Involve residents in decision-making

Deliver compassionate care tailored to the person, not just their condition

Ascend Learning’s person-centred care modules help care homes build a culture of empathy, respect, and trust.