Working with Dementia

Available on a company basis only.

We can adapt this course to suit your requirements.

Introduction:

This course is designed for care staff to increase their understanding of dementia and to develop appropriate communication skills for dementia clients.

Course objectives/key benefits:

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• Understand what dementia is and what its common features are
• Understand the changes in client communication during the progression of the illness
• Adapt their communication style to meet individual client needs
• Empathise with those who have dementia

Who the course is aimed at:

Anyone who works with the elderly.

Course content:

• What is dementia?
• The stages of dementia
• The practicalities of working with dementia
• Changes in client communication as the illness progresses
• How to adapt your own communication skills to work with dementia clients
• How to focus on the person and not just their dementia

Course tutor:

Amanda Cowan

Training method:

Seminar & group work.

Course outcome/qualification:

PTC Certificate of Attendance.

Pre-requisite knowledge/qualification:

None