Dementia Awareness

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Course code: PL1984G

This introduction workshop will support you to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for and working with individuals with dementia.

when
From 28 Apr 2025
Mon 10:00-13:00One day
Date
28 Apr 2025
Time
10:00 to 13:00
where
Dolphin Centre 

The Dolphin Centre,

Poole
BH15 1SZ


fees

free

who

Skills & Learning Adult Community Education

enquiries@salbcp.com

01202 123444

What the course is about

<p>During this workshop you will learn more about Dementia.  </p>

<p>Topics will include:   </p>

<ul>
<li>The types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis </li>
<li>Person-centred approaches in dementia care </li>
<li>The role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support </li>
</ul>

<p>A variety of learning activities will be used on this workshop, including tutor presentation, discussions and Q&A. </p>

<p>This workshop will improve your acquisition of skills for personal satisfaction, training, employment, or self-employment. </p>

Pre-course information session or interview

<p>There are no Pre-course admission sessions or interviews to enrol on this course. </p>

Assessment of progress, tests, exams

<p>Your tutor will discuss any learning outcomes and goals for this workshop. You will be asked to complete an initial and end assessment during the workshop.  </p>

<p>There is no qualification attached to this course. </p>

Who the course is for / Previous experience, knowledge or qualifications

<p>This is a good starting point if you want to develop skills for job roles helping adults and for those who want to find out more about Dementia. </p>

<p>We have designed this workshop to support you with the initial skills for the health and social care sector. </p>

Materials and costs

<p>All learning materials will be provided. </p>

<p>Please bring along a pen and notebook to each session. </p>

Next Step

<p>Other courses at the next levels may be offered by Skills & Learning or other local providers. </p><p>Need support planning your next steps? Our experienced Careers Advisors at Skills &amp; Learning can offer personalised guidance on choosing the right course, exploring career paths, developing interview skills, updating your CV and much more. Book a FREE appointment today and get the support you need to achieve your goals. Visit: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/" target="_blank">https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/</a>. Call us at 01202 123444 for more information.</p>

Additional information

<p><strong>English, maths and computing skills:</strong> all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.<br />
<strong>Refunds:</strong> please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions</a> or in our brochure.<br />
<strong>Attendance:</strong> before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.<br />
<strong>Places on courses:</strong> many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills &amp; Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.<br />
<strong>Fully funded learners:</strong> if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.<br />
<strong>Home study:</strong> you will&nbsp;be required to do significant&nbsp;study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.<br />
<strong>Qualification Levels:</strong> there is further information about qualification levels on our website.<br />
<strong>Proof of identity:</strong> please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.<br />
<strong>Off-site activities:</strong> with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.<br />
<strong>Parking at centres:</strong> parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Refreshments:</strong> tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Unspent Criminal Convictions</strong> we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions</a>.<br />
If you have any <strong>accessibility or disability issues</strong> that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail <a href="mailto:enquiries@salbcp.com">enquiries@salbcp.com</a>. All enquiries are treated in confidence.</p>