Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
QUALIFICATIONS
This qualification enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. Successful completion of the units will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia and its effects.
It will also support progression into relevant employment within the health and social care sector. The qualification doesn’t infer competence in the work role, but can be used to support the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed for those working in or towards a dementia care role.
| Qualification No. | Level | Guided Learning Hours | Awarding Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 603/0196/X | 3 | 184 |
|
Qualification Overview
To achieve the qualification you need to pass all of the online assessments in 7 units.
All units are knowledge only.
Group M - Mandatory Units
| Unit | AO Ref. | Title | Level | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/615/0581 | Unit 01 | Understanding dementia | 3 | 25 |
| L/615/0626 | Unit 02 | Understand how person-centred approaches are used to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia | 3 | 30 |
| R/615/0627 | Unit 03 | Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support | 3 | 26 |
| Y/615/0628 | Unit 04 | Supporting positive interaction, occupation and activity in dementia care | 3 | 25 |
| D/615/0629 | Unit 05 | Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support | 3 | 20 |
| R/615/0630 | Unit 06 | Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and rights | 3 | 32 |
| Y/615/0631 | Unit 07 | Principles of the administration of medication and well-being of individuals with dementia | 3 | 26 |
Topics Covered
Types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis
Person-centred approaches in dementia care
The role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support
The use of medication to support individuals with dementia.
Delivery
Delivered and accessed online via EdgeWorks™ Care Academy
1 round of marking and invigilation
NCFE CACHE qualification certificate upon successful completion
Online candidate support
Learner records archived for future tracking and reporting
Let's start a conversation about how we can help you
Call us on 0330 995 0840 or email hello@edgeworks.co.uk
Not ready to talk? Click register and we’ll keep you updated with further news and case studies.