Understanding Dementia

The aim is to equip individuals with knowledge and tools to better understand and support those affected by dementia.
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Understanding Dementia

The aim is to equip individuals with knowledge and tools to better understand and support those affected by dementia.
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“Understanding Dementia” refers to the study and comprehension of dementia, a group of cognitive disorders that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily life.

Length of Course:  2 Days

Entry Requirements:

The ability and resources to access our online platforms to complete the course.

Articulation:

This short course is non-credit bearing. It has been derived from the National Certificate: Community Health Work, SAQA ID 64769, Unit standard 260601

TYPE:  Short Course

MODE: Online with class based written exams

DURATION: 2 Days

 

Why should I do this course?

The qualifying learner will be capable of:

  1. Demonstrating an understanding of dementia.
  2. Obtaining client history records from family.
  3. Demonstrating knowledge of the rights of people with dementia.
  4. Communicating with the person with dementia.
  5. Creating a safe environment for the person with dementia.
  6. Developing programmes for activities of daily living programmes.
  7. Understanding and minimising problem behaviour and mood.
  8. Overall, the aim is to equip individuals with knowledge and tools to better understand and support those affected by dementia.



COURSE OUTLINE:

Once your registration is complete, you will be added to our online learning system, giving you remote access to all learning guides and resources. Our online platform, Moodle, will support your learning journey by providing access to workshops, course materials, assessments, and podcasts covering key elements of the course.

ASSESSMENTS:

Once all online theoretical assessments have been successfully completed, the student will have access to the closed book exam written at one of our campuses (JHB, CPT, DBN) Once this has been successfully completed an electronic Certificate of Completion will be provided.

International Comparability

This qualification, as an outcomes’ based education programme, is uniquely South African and is appropriate for the unique requirements in this country.

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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO STUDIES.
  1. The Online Application System must be used by all prospective students applying for admission to any studies.
  2. Each applicant must submit only one application per study instance.
  3. Your application will not be processed if you have not submitted all the information and documentation required below.
  4. Once your application has been submitted, our student support will verify it.
  5. A student adviser will thereafter make contact with you in order to guide you further in your application process. Kindly expect a 72 hour turnaround period.
  6. Please be advised that the College reserves the right to admit or not to admit any applicant to any studies. Reasons for non-admission will be provided.


NB! This Bursary is partially funded by Excellerate Property Services (EPS)

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Communication at NQF Level 4 (matric).
  2. Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4
  3. Reliable devices for online learning and Webinars.
  4. Ability to attend in-person contact training at our branch in Durban.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. A PC, Laptop, Tablet or Smartphone.
  2. Access to a reliable internet connection.
  3. An active email account.
  4. Attend online workshops.
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