Core Dementia Skills
This training course is designed for anyone who supports people living with dementia and works in aged care across residential aged care, respite, community or home-care settings.
You will learn about the impact of dementia and its symptoms, how to communicate with empathy, provide person-centred care, how to use a problem-solving approach to support changed behaviours, and how to engage with someone in a meaningful way.
Details
Learning outcomes
Foundation principles to assist with developing strategies in dementia care.
- Dementia, its definition, symptoms and impact
- How dementia impacts communication
- A problem-solving approach to support changed behaviour
- How to demonstrate person-centred care and engagement.
Workshop format
Using a case study throughout, training will be practical with interactive activities and group work.
- Available all over Australia, face-to-face
- Seven hours, including breaks
- Tailored to the needs of your staff, this course is suitable for groups of up to 25 participants
- Pathway to 10993NAT Certificate IV in Dementia Practice, Bachelor of Dementia Care or Masters of Dementia.
What you'll learn
How to apply
Submit your details. We’ll get in touch to answer your questions, organise a training prospectus and help you decide if this training is right for your organisation.
For more information, contact the Centre for Dementia Learning on 1300 336 368. Terms and conditions apply for online courses. RTO Provider number 2512.