Dementia Care
3 hours
Face-to-face
See below for Group Booking cost
Kent Town or Stirling Campus
About Course
Dementia Care aims to treat the rising demand for support workers treating dementia patients. Through this course, students gain comprehensive understanding as to the types of dementia, general brain function, detecting warning signs and ways to support people living with dementia.
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Understanding normal brain physiology and function
Developing knowledge on the warning signs and early symptoms of dementia
Gaining knowledge on how dementia affects thinking and behaviour including coping with behavioural changes in dementia including hoarding, repetitive behaviour and aggression
Develop knowledge of the different types of dementia including rare inherited forms and genetics
Developing an understanding of how to assist clients living with dementia with everyday activities
Developing an understanding of the risk factors behind Dementia
Understanding Palliative Care in Dementia
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No compulsory practicals required.
Delivery Mode
This course is delivered face-to-face and no self-study is required.
3 hours
Refresh every 2 years.
Course Duration
Course Location
Kent Town Campus
Level 1/81 Fullarton Road, Kent Town, SA, 5067
Stirling Campus
2/27 Mount Barker Road, Stirling, SA, 5152
*Course Fee
For Group Booking cost, please contact us
A minimum of 2 participants is required for class to commence.
To book, please contact us
Please ensure you have read our Terms and Conditions
*2025 Fee Schedule