Caring for People with Dementia

Description

A one credit national certificate unit designed to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for the support and care of people with dementia and for their carers.

Recommended entry

No formal qualifications or experience necessary.

Assessment

The unit comprises three outcomes, the assessment for which is closed book and must be undertaken at college:

1 Describe the types, causes and progress of dementia
2 Identify the strategies and skills required to meet the needs of people with dementia
3 Explain the ways to assist the carer in coping with the stresses associated with caring for people with dementia

SQA Unit Number: D11A12

Cost

£100

This unit is ILA Fundable