In this e-learning module, we will describe what dementia is, how common it is and what it is like to live with its common symptoms, both for the person and their family. We will describe the signs that can be mistaken for dementia and what we can do to reduce our risk of getting dementia. We will describe how we can help people affected by dementia to live as well as possible.
This session addresses learning outcomes in Subject 1 of the Dementia Training Standards Framework and is designed to support the Dementia Action Alliance Dementia Statements.

Level: Secure Training Services
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes approximately depending on the individual learner.
Assessment Method: Multiple Choice Assessment
Pass Rate: 80 %
Certificate: PDF
Recommended Refresher: Yearly
Framework and Standard: CSTF
Course Provider: Secure Training Services

By the end of this module you will be able to,
1. Explain the definition of Dementia
2. Describe the number of people living with different types of dementia in the UK
3. Explain what it is like to live with the common symptoms of dementia for the person and their family
4. Outline conditions that can be mistaken for dementia
5. Describe the many ways we can enable people to live as well as possible with dementia
6. Summarise how we can lessen the risk of developing dementia

This course is made up of the following modules
Overview
Dementia Awareness
Communication and Behaviour
Enhancing Quality of Life for People Living with Dementia
Carers
Proactive and Preventative Strategies to Lessen the Risk of Developing Dementia

Healthcare Professionals
Domiciliary Care
Care Homes
Hospitals
Nurses, HCA's, Care Workers, Care Managers.