Highfield
Level 2
QN: 600/1826/4
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Highfield Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Highfield. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 72 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Highfield
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
72 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
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Highfield Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
Dementia Awareness
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Define dementia and explain the difference between dementia and normal ageing
- Describe the biomedical model of dementia
- Describe the social model of dementia
- Identify the most common types of dementia and their causes
- Explain how dementia can affect an individual's daily life and relationships
- Discuss the importance of person-centred care in dementia
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Highfield Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
- Describe how person-centred approaches support the diverse needs of individuals with dementia
- Evaluate the impact of discrimination on individuals with dementia
- Apply person-centred principles to adapt care for individuals with diverse needs
- Analyse the role of communication in meeting the diverse needs of individuals with dementia
3
Highfield Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia, Understand how a person centred approach may be used to encourage positive communication with individuals with dementia, Understand the factors which can affect interactions with individuals with dementia
4
Highfield Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
The person centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand approaches that enable individuals with dementia to experience well-being, Understand the role of carers in the care and support of individuals with dementia, Understand the roles of others in the support of individuals with dementia
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/1826/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Highfield
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2011