This Premium Dementia Awareness Training course has been designed to support care staff and support workers in delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred dementia care.
Dementia affects millions of people worldwide and presents unique challenges for both individuals living with the condition and the professionals who support them. Understanding how dementia affects behaviour, communication and daily living is essential for providing high-quality care.
This 90-minute online course provides structured, practical awareness training designed to help care professionals support individuals living with dementia safely, respectfully and professionally.
The training also supports awareness of inspection expectations from the Care Quality Commission across the Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led domains.
Who This Dementia Awareness Training Is For
This course is suitable for professionals working in health and social care environments who support individuals living with dementia.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Care Assistants
- Support Workers
- Care Home Staff
- Domiciliary Care Staff
- Healthcare Assistants
- Supported Living Staff
- New starters entering the care sector
Whether you are new to care or looking to strengthen your knowledge, this course provides essential understanding of dementia and person-centred support.
What You Will Learn
During this dementia awareness training course you will develop practical understanding of how dementia affects individuals and how to support them safely.
Key topics covered include:
- Understanding how dementia affects the brain
- Recognising early warning signs and behavioural changes
- Managing distress and agitation safely
- Person-centred communication techniques
- Safeguarding responsibilities in dementia care
- Understanding the Mental Capacity Act and best-interest decisions
- Risk management within dementia care environments
- Professional accountability and documentation
These topics help care staff provide compassionate, respectful support while maintaining professional standards of care.
Why Dementia Awareness Training Is Important
Dementia can affect memory, communication, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. Without proper understanding, individuals living with dementia may experience distress, confusion or frustration.
Dementia awareness training helps care professionals:
- understand how dementia affects behaviour and communication
- support individuals with empathy and patience
- reduce distress and agitation
- promote independence and dignity
- provide safe, person-centred care
Training also helps organisations maintain strong care standards and meet regulatory expectations.
Flexible Online Learning
This course is delivered through structured video modules designed to fit around busy care environments.
The training takes approximately 90 minutes to complete and can be completed at the learner’s own pace.
Course features include:
✔ Fully online training
✔ Approx. 90 minutes duration
✔ Certificate of Completion
✔ Group training options available
Dementia Awareness Course Modules
This course is delivered through clear, structured modules designed to provide practical understanding of dementia care.
Module 1 – Understanding Dementia
An introduction to dementia, including how it affects the brain and how different types of dementia may impact behaviour and memory.
Module 2 – Recognising Early Signs of Dementia
This module explores the early warning signs of dementia and how care staff may recognise changes in behaviour, communication and memory.
Module 4 – Managing Distress and Behavioural Changes
Understanding how to respond safely and compassionately when individuals living with dementia experience distress or behavioural changes.
Module 5 – Safeguarding in Dementia Care
Exploring safeguarding responsibilities and protecting vulnerable individuals living with dementia.
Module 6 – Mental Capacity and Best-Interest Decisions
Understanding how the Mental Capacity Act supports decision-making and protects individuals who may lack capacity.
Module 7 – Promoting Person-Centred Dementia Care
This module focuses on dignity, independence and creating supportive care environments for individuals living with dementia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dementia awareness training?
Dementia awareness training helps care professionals understand how dementia affects behaviour, communication and memory while teaching practical strategies for supporting individuals safely.
Who should complete dementia awareness training?
Dementia awareness training is recommended for anyone working with individuals living with dementia, including care assistants, support workers and healthcare professionals.
How long does dementia awareness training take?
This course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete and is delivered through structured video modules.
Do I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Learners who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion confirming their dementia awareness training.
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