Principles of Dementia Care Level 2 Certificate Part-time
Course Overview
Principles of Dementia Care Level 2 Certificate Part-time
This qualification is designed to support your development of essential knowledge and understanding in caring for individuals with dementia. It explores key principles such as person-centred care, the impact of effective communication, the responsible use of medication, and the value of meaningful activities.
Whether you're looking to start a career in adult social care or enhance your existing skills, this course provides a strong foundation for supporting individuals with dementia in a compassionate and informed way.
The qualification doesn't infer competence in the work role but can be used to support the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed for those working in, or towards, a dementia care role.
Course content
You will study the following mandatory units:
Dementia awareness
The person centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
Understand the factors that can influence communication and interactions with individuals with dementia.
Equality, diversity and inclusion in Dementia care
Understand the administration of medication
Understand behaviour in the context of dementia
Understand the benefits of engaging in activities in social care
This course will run one evening per week from 5.30pm to 8.30pm. The specific day is yet to be confirmed.
Located at: Old Mill Lane campus
Course Start: 19 January 2027
Course length: 15 Weeks (term-time only)
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QHEAPDC201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
This course is free.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
Other funding information
Course Content
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The course information on this page was last updated 31 March 2026.
