ITE Skill Certification (ISC) in Healthcare (Dementia Care)
This course equips healthcare support staff with the competencies required to care for patients with dementia. Participants will learn about dementia, behavioural and psychological symptoms, communication strategies, and person-centred approaches to support the safety, wellbeing and dignity of persons living with dementia.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles of dementia care
Apply person-centred approaches when caring for patients with dementia
Manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
Communicate effectively with patients and caregivers
Support safety and quality of life for persons with dementia
What You’ll Learn
• Overview of dementia and ageing
• Behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
• Person-centred dementia care approaches
• Communication techniques for dementia care
• Safety and risk management in dementia care
• Workplace-based training and competency assessment
Who Should Attend
Healthcare Assistants, Patient Care Assistants, community care staff, and individuals involved in the care of persons with dementia.
Training Details
Total: 930 hours
• Classroom learning: 130 hours
• Workplace-based On-the-Job Training: 800 hours
Course Date & Fee
To be confirmed. Please get in touch with us if you would like to receive updates from us.