TQUK
Level 3
QN: 603/3218/9
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TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by TQUK. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 184 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
TQUK
Syllabus Units
7 Units
Guided Hours
184 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that individuals with dementia may communicate in different ways.2.
- Understand the factors which can affect interactions and communication of individuals with dementia.3.
- Understand the factors that can affect interactions and communication of individuals with dementia.
2
Principles of supporting positive interaction, occupation and activity in dementia care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the range and benefits of positive interactions and different approaches for individuals with dementia.2.
- Understand how individuals with dementia can be engaged in positive interaction, activity and occupation.3.
- Understand how identity and inclusion can be promoted in individuals with dementia.
3
Principles of the administration of medication to individuals with dementia
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the common medications available to, and appropriate for, individuals with dementia.2.
- Understand how to provide person-centred care to individuals with dementia through the appropriate and effective use of medication.
4
Principles of understanding dementia
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand dementia including common types, causes and effects.2.
- Understand why early diagnosis of dementia is important.3.
- Understand the impact of the effects and experience of dementia on individuals.
5
Principles of understanding equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concepts of equality and diversity and its relevance to working with individuals who have dementia.2.
- Understand how to recognise and challenge discriminatory and oppressive practices.
6
Understand how individuals with dementia can be supported to exercise rights and choices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the rights of individuals are protected.2.
- Understand how individuals with dementia can be supported to exercise choice and make decisions.3.
- Understand how carers and others can be involved in supporting individuals with dementia.4.
- Understand how individuals with dementia can be enabled to exercise their rights and choices.
7
Understand the use of person-centred approaches to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand person-centred approaches in dementia care and support.2.
- Understand the uniqueness each individual’s experience of dementia.3.
- Understand the promotion of person- centred values for individuals with dementia.4.
- Understand how to meet the nutritional needs of individuals with dementia.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3218/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- TQUK
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2018