Care Certificate Standard 9 – Dementia Course

Care Certificate Standard 9 – Dementia – Online Course

Course overview
This online course develops a practical understanding of dementia in line with Care Certificate Standard 9. It shows how person-centred approaches can support safety, communication, independence and quality of life for people living with dementia. The course takes approximately one hour, carries 1 CPD point and is CPD accredited.

Please note: This is an introductory, Level 1 course that provides awareness and knowledge of dementia. It does not replace any practical, regulated or role-specific training an employer may require.

What the course covers
• What dementia is
• The Mental Capacity Act
• Understanding the brain
• Types of dementia
• Good communication techniques
• Supporting families

Who is it for?
The course is written at an introductory level and suits anyone who needs dementia training as part of their role, whether for induction, awareness, knowledge enhancement, refresher training or the Care Certificate. It is relevant to professionals in health and social care, including:
• Caregivers and support workers
• Healthcare assistants
• Nurses specialising in dementia care and community dementia nurses
• Social workers
• Occupational therapists
• Care managers
• Advocates

Practical benefits
• Build a clear understanding of how dementia affects thinking and daily living
• Communicate more effectively with people living with dementia
• Support independence, choice and meaningful participation
• Promote dignity, safety and respectful support
• Understand the role of families and how to support them
• Provide evidence of understanding for staff induction
• Gain a free CPD-accredited certificate for professional development

What learners will be able to do
• Explain how dementia can affect cognition and daily living
• Recognise changes in communication, memory and behaviour
• Understand the importance of person-centred care
• Adapt communication to individual needs
• Support independence, choice and meaningful participation
• Recognise environmental factors that can affect wellbeing
• Respond appropriately to distress or changes in presentation
• Promote dignity, safety and respectful support

Is this training a legal requirement?
The supplied information does not state that this training is a legal requirement. The course does include a lesson on the Mental Capacity Act, and it is aligned to Care Certificate Standard 9. Organisations should confirm their own training requirements.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete a quiz at the end of the course. After passing, they receive a CPD-accredited certificate instantly, which they can download or print at home for free. A hard copy can also be requested for delivery to a home or work address. Unlimited retakes are available for learners who want to improve their grade. The course is allocated immediately after purchase. For organisations buying for others, a complimentary learner management system shows course progress, quiz results and certification, and a compliance matrix supports audits and inspections.