Dementia Awareness - Training in Care

Course description
Course nameDementia Awareness
Training providerTraining in Care
LevelEntry Level
AccreditedNo
Course duration

1 day

Who is this course for? (Eligibility and personal characteristics)

Must be aged 19 or over and have lived in the UK or EU for a minimum of three years.

For full funding you must:

  • be aged 19 or over
  • receive any state benefit payment (evidence required)
  • be unemployed or working less than 16 hours and seeking employment
What will I study? (Key modules or content)

This course is suitable for those wishing for a career change, to refresh previous training and experience or to regain employment after a career break.

It is also suitable for parents and carers of individuals with dementia.

This is a one day course on dementia by exploring:

  • the main characteristics
  • types and causes of dementia
  • strategies to support children and adults with this condition

You will also examine how this impacts over all of the family and support available within South Tyneside.

What are the entry requirements?This course is for anyone aged over 19 years.
Requirements of the course (Personal protective equipment, tools, materials)None
Progression and Careers

This course can support further study, volunteering and continuous professional development.

For more information please contact:
NameSheldon Bainbridge or Sarah Jolley
Emailsheldonnew@trainingincare.co.uk or sarahjolley@trainingincare.co.uk
Telephone0191 537 3529 or 0191 536 7241