Course Category: Mental Health and Wellbeing
CPD Approved
CPD Units: 2
Duration: 25 minutes*
What’s covered
The term “dementia” is used to describe the symptoms that appear when specific diseases and conditions affect the brain. These symptoms may inlucde persistent, progressive problem with cognition, or failure of brain functions which can have an impact on people at various stages of life.
This course provides an overview of the most typical dementia types and symptoms whilst also exploring the various ways dementia can impact the brain. It also discusses methods for dealing with challenging behaviour and clients who have dementia. Anyone who works with or around people who may be suffering from dementia should take the course.
Modules in this course
| Module Number | Module Name | Pass % Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What Is Dementia? | 70 |
| 2 | The Brain | 70 |
| 3 | Types of Dementia | 70 |
| 4 | Strategies to Use with Clients with Dementia, and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour | 70 |
Want to know more?
Watch the introductory video below to learn more about this course.
Recommended system requirements
- Browser: Up to date web browser
- Video: Up to date video drivers
- Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
- Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
* The course duration is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions.
Course Category: Mental Health and Wellbeing
