Dementia Awareness Training

This Dementia Awareness Online Training course provides an overview of the common types and symptoms of dementia, as well as looking at how it can affect the brain in different ways.

The course also covers strategies to use with clients with dementia and to help deal with challenging behaviour. The course is intended for anyone who works with or supports people that may be suffering with dementia.

  • Developed by healthcare professionals and subject matter experts
  • High Quality Video Learning Experience
  • Unlimited access 24/7, 365 days a year
  • References real life experiences
  • Certificate available to print
Duration: Approx. 25 minutes

*Annual price per unit unless stated otherwise

£25.00

Discounts for larger volume and multi-year subscription purchases.
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About the course

This Dementia Awareness Training course provides a brief introduction to dementia and the possible causes and symptoms of the condition.

Dementia is a chronic progressive problem of cognition – which is failure of the brain’s functions. It affects people at different stages of life, it affects different parts of the brain and can affect it at different rates.

This training course will guide you through the different types of dementia and give you a basic understanding of the condition, to enable you to better support those individuals in your care who may be experiencing dementia.

 

Aims of the course

This online training course aims to provide an overview of the common types of dementia, the different symptoms that may be exhibited and how it can affect the brain in different ways.

The course will provide you with strategies to use when dealing with individuals with dementia and those exhibiting challenging behaviour.

 

Who is this online training course for?

This course is suitable for those who oversee the care of others and those who would like to increase their awareness of dementia.

 

Course content

1WHAT IS DEMENTIA?

The course opens by explaining what dementia is, the ways it can affect people at different stages of life, who may get dementia, and what the different types of treatment may be.

2THE BRAIN

Chapter two introduces you to the different parts of the brain and explains how damage to these different parts can affect an individual in multiple ways.

The different syndromes of dementia are examined and the difficulties and disruptions these can cause in individuals are explored.

3TYPES OF DEMENTIA

This chapter explores the main types of dementia and the common signs and symptoms you may encounter in an individual with these types of dementia.

These include (but are not limited to):

  • Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Vascular Dementia
  • Frontotemporal Dementia (PICKS)
  • Lewy Bodies
  • Korsakoff’s Syndrome

 

4STRATEGIES FOR DEALING WITH DEMENTIA AND CHALLENGING BEHAVIOUR

In this chapter different strategies are suggested for you to use when dealing with people in your care who have dementia. Each of these strategies is briefly introduced.

These strategies include:

  • Orientation to Environment
  • Reality Orientation
  • Reminiscence Therapy
  • Photographs
  • Adapting Communication

Some of the common factors that contribute to behaviour problems are examined to help you understand why some challenging behaviours may be exhibited.

You might also be interested in our online training courses covering Mental Capacity Act Training, Safeguarding Adults and Person-centred Care Training. Alternatively you can see our full suite of Social Care E-Learning Courses here.

Ready-to-go online training

Our course modules are ready-to-go and you could be up and running in a matter of minutes. If you’re still unsure, learn more about the benefits of RealSense’s ready-to-go online training or simply ask us for a demo. We can help you get started and remember our support team are always on hand if you need them.

What is included?

Our course(s), designed by topic specialists, are simple and easy to use and can be completed at a learner’s own pace and at a time that suits them. The course(s) are available via our learning platform, Activbase, which provides 24/7 access to learning resources and digital training records. Certificates are available upon completion of courses.

When purchasing for larger groups of people, our simple onboarding process can help setup the Activbase platform to meet the specific needs of your organisation.

For further information, take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions, or if you would like a quote, a chat through your training requirements or just need some technical help then our team are here to help. Contact us today.

How is it delivered?

Modules are delivered via our online learning platform, Activbase or available in alternative formats for use on a customer’s own Learning Management System (LMS). Once payment has been received, you will be sent an email from RealSense confirming your purchase followed by a separate email from our Activbase Learning Platform with details on how to access your course(s). Access is available 24/7 for the duration of your license. Customers requiring a different course format e.g. SCORM for use on their own LMS, please contact us with your requirements.

Dementia Awareness Training

Upon successful completion, a certificate of achievement is available and or automatically added to a learner’s digital record. 

Digital certificate(s) – print, download, store

A certificate includes the learner’s name, course title, completion score / result, completion date and any marks of approval, accreditation authorities, and or distribution partners. It can be downloaded, stored or printed.

Digital learning records

When using our platform Activbase, learning records are available 24/7 for review, tracking progress and access to certificates. Records contain details of sessions including progress, attempts and results. This and additional data such as associated CPD, standards and qualifications are logged and available for information insights and management reporting – a powerful resource for tracking compliance as well as monitoring learning pathways.

Please note: when accessing the course via standalone media or 3rd party systems, you will need to check those systems log learning activity appropriate to your training needs.

 

What they say…

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Product Specification

This module is designed to operate on industry standard multimedia PC compatible computers / laptops and or mobile devices with a suitable processor e.g. 2.0GHz Intel or AMD Processor, 4GB RAM or higher. A good reliable internet connection is required of at least 3Mb+/sec.

Web Browsers

Windows: Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge (latest version), Google Chrome (latest version), Firefox (latest version)
Mac: Safari (latest version), Google Chrome (latest version), Firefox (latest version)
Mobile: Safari in Apple iOS 10 or later, Google Chrome in Apple iOS 10 or later, Google Chrome in Android OS 4.4 or later

Articulate Mobile Player

Articulate Mobile Player in Apple iOS 10 or later on iPad
Articulate Mobile Player in Android OS 4.4 or later (optimized for tablets)

Video-based Courses

OS: Windows 7+ | Browser: Up-to-date | Video: Up-to-date video drivers | Memory: 1Gb+ RAM | Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+/sec)
Courses accompanied by the VideoTile logo with the IIRSM and or CPD logos are approved courses owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.

Browser compatibility

HTML5 is required as standard.
JavaScript must be enabled for published courses to work.
Font downloads must be enabled to see the correct fonts and characters.
When using Internet Explorer, turn off Compatibility View for sites where your courses are hosted.

Screen Readers

Windows: NVDA, JAWS 16 or later
Mac: VoiceOver
iPhone: VoiceOver
iPad: VoiceOver
Android: TalkBack

Accessibility Guidelines

Storyline 360 output supports Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and Revised Section 508 standards. Click here for a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template® (VPAT®).

SCORM / AICC LMS

Our standard courses conform to SCORM / AICC (and TinCan) e-learning standards and have been successfully delivered on over 30 different learning management systems worldwide.

Activbase Online

Activbase is our own simple and easy to use learning platform for administrating, distributing and managing training. Our video based courses are streamed via our Activbase platform.

Other Devices

Most of our products are available on devices including Tablet, iPAD, smartphone or deliverable via media such as CD-ROM, USB memory stick and more. Let us know what you need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Pre-sale - Have a question about price, discounts, customising, demos, access?

Q: How do I access the online learning course?

A: The course is accessed via our own Activbase learning platform, or can be made available as a SCORM object for you to upload to your own Learning Management System.

Q: What if I would like to add or change some of the content to make it more specific to my organisation?

A: We can swiftly tailor courses to suit your specific training needs. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements and request a quote.

Q: Is it possible to arrange a demo?

A: Yes, of course. If you would like to have a demo of a course or the Activbase Learning Platform then simply contact our team who will be able to arrange a demo for you.

Q: I represent an organisation with lots of employees we would like to train. Can your solution manage that? How much will it cost? Is there a discount when buying for a large workforce?

A: Our digital learning solutions are suitable for small, medium and large organisations. The solution is scalable so you can purchase for an individual or for a large organisation. We have an affordable pricing structure with discounts available for larger volumes. Simply let us know what courses you would like, how many employees you wish to train and we can tailor a package to suit your specific training needs. Simply ask us for a quote.

What is Activbase?

Activbase is a simple and easy to use Learning Management System (LMS) from RealSense that you can use to access your online learning courses. It provides hosting, administration, distribution and tracking of learning activities from a single cloud based platform. Find out more about the features and benefits of Activbase.

Using our courses - Technical query? Forgotten my password?

Q: I have a technical issue, what should I do?

A: That’s an easy one. Please contact us. You can get in touch via our online form, email our support team or call your account manager or our technical support team today.

Q: I have forgotten my password, what should I do?

A: If you have forgotten or lost your Activbase password, you can request a password reset through our learning platform, Activbase.

Records and certificates - Is the course accredited? What if i fail? Can I download my certificate?

Q: Is the course accredited?

Most of our courses are accredited by relevant authorities / approval bodies applicable to the course such as CPD, RoSPA or IIRSM. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you have any specific standard / approval requirements.

Q: Will I get a certificate?

All courses come with a certificate of achievement in recognition of completing the course successfully. A digital record is stored with each learner’s history and certificates are available for access and download.

Q: What if I fail my course?

If you do not achieve the pass rate for the course then you will be given the opportunity to review the training content and attempt the assessment again. With some of the video based courses, the course may be locked on a third failed attempt, subject to a review by your organisation administrator of a member of the RealSense support team.

I have another question, can you help?

If you cannot find the answer to your question here or in our detailed Frequently Asked Questions, then please don’t hesitate to contact our team. We are here to help answer your queries, help get you started and make sure you are maximising our digital learning solutions throughout.

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Dementia Awareness Training Course
Dementia Awareness Training
£25.00