Short Course - Introduction to Dementia and Understanding Memory Loss

Introduction

This course will provide you with the basics that you need to know about dementia and memory loss. To support individuals with dementia, it is useful to understand memory process and different types of memory e.g. short term, long term, emotional.

What Will I Learn

You will be introduced to the 3 stages in the memory process and how it affects individuals with dementia.

Example Modules

• The Three Stages Involved in the Memory Process
• Difficulty Learning New Information
• Long Term Memory and Dementia
• Emotional Memory and Dementia

How Will I Be Assessed?

Multiple Online Choice Assessment

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the course.

Progression

You might wish to consider progressing onto the Dementia Awareness training provided by Aylesbury College.

Career Opportunities

This training will help towards a career within the Health Care sector or provide valuable Professional Development for those already working within this area.

Qualification type: Not applicable Mode of study: Online Courses Start date: September Duration (weeks): To be confirmed Hours per week: To be confirmed Days of the week: To be confirmed Course code: CCTDEMENX