Working with Dementia
| Course Type: |
Part-time |
| Location: | Colchester |
| Centre: | Professional Training Centre |
| Course Fee: | up |
Course Description:
This course is available on an in company basis only.
Designed for care staff to increase their understanding of dementia and to develop appropriate communication skills for dementia clients.
Course Objectives/Key Benefits:
- Understand what dementia is and what its common features are
- Understand the changes in client communication during the progression of the illness
- Adapt their communication style to meet individual client needs
- Empathise with those who have dementia
Who the Course is Aimed at:
Anyone who works with the elderly.
Course Content:
- What is dementia?
- The stages of dementia
- The practicalities of working with dementia
- Changes in client communication as the illness progresses
- How to adapt your own communication skills to work with dementia clients
- How to focus on the person and not just their dementia
Entry Requirements:
None
Training Method:
Seminar and group work
Further Information:
This course is offered by the Professional Training Centre
PTC Enquiry Line: (01206) 712727
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Updated on Fri, 22/07/2011 - 2:59pm.
