This course is fully funded by the Department for the Economy, under the Skill Up Programme. This course is a part of a suite of free online accredited courses that the College is offering to upskill, retrain and gain a qualification with no costs associated.

Award in Awareness of Dementia - Level 2 is a qualification designed to provide individuals with foundational knowledge and skills for effectively caring for and supporting individuals with dementia. Its purpose is to:

• Promote Understanding: This qualification aims to increase awareness and understanding of dementia, including its causes, symptoms, and the impact it has on individuals and their families. It helps individuals recognise the unique challenges faced by those living with dementia.

• Enhance Quality of Care: It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with dementia.

• Improve Professional Practice: For individuals working in roles that involve direct care, such as caregivers, healthcare professionals, nursing assistants, or social workers, this qualification can serve as professional development.

• Promote Dignity and Respect: Dignity and respect are fundamental principles in dementia care. The qualification highlights the importance of upholding the dignity and autonomy of individuals with dementia.

• Behaviour in the Context of Dementia
• Communication with Individuals with Dementia
• Dementia Awareness
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care Practice
• Person Centred Care to Support Individuals with Dementia
• Supporting Choice and Minimising Risk for Individuals with Dementia

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• You must meet the Skill Up funding eligibility and the course entry requirements
• You will be required to have sufficient literacy and numeracy skills to enable them to successfully complete the qualification.