By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define dementia and differentiate common forms of dementia by their typical features and symptoms
• Describe common symptoms and changing support needs across the early, middle and late stages of Alzheimer’s disease
• Describe ways to support families and care partners following a dementia diagnosis
• Describe common behaviour and communication changes experienced by people living with dementia
• Describe person-centred dementia care and the role of dignity, choice, comfort, and personal history in good support
• Recognise changed behaviour as possible communication of distress, pain, fear, unmet needs, or environmental stress
• Identify the care worker's role and limits in observing, supporting, documenting and reporting changes
• Select respectful verbal and non-verbal communication techniques when supporting people living with dementia
• Explain how to work respectfully with families, friends, care partners and wider care teams
• Select meaningful activities and psychosocial approaches that reflect the person’s needs and preferences
• Discuss young-onset dementia and how age, roles, relationships and responsibilities may influence support needs
• Explain how appropriate assistive technologies can help support orientation, communication and independence

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify common physical health changes and age-related conditions affecting older adults
• Recognise cognitive, emotional, behavioural and communication changes linked to dementia and cognitive decline
• Explain how boundaries, self-care and resilience help prevent caregiver burnout
• Analyse how caring for ageing parents affects family roles, relationships and emotional well-being
• Illustrate techniques and assistive tools for supporting ADLs while promoting independence
• Assess home safety and fall hazards and identify suitable environmental modifications
• Summarise key considerations when coordinating screenings, appointments, treatments and medicines
• Compare the benefits, challenges and suitability of different long-term care options
• Outline the purpose and key considerations of power of attorney and advance directives
• Discuss the caregiver's role in end-of-life planning, comfort, hospice and palliative care
• Explain how nutrition, hydration, social connection and psychosocial support promote healthy ageing
• Recognise older adults' rights and safeguarding concerns and identify appropriate reporting pathways

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Distinguish Alzheimer’s as one cause of dementia and describe mixed and young-onset dementia
• Describe Alzheimer’s symptoms, stages, progression and pathological changes
• Identify common myths, risk factors, and early signs associated with Alzheimer’s disease
• Apply person-centred communication techniques when supporting people living with Alzheimer’s disease
• Recognise behavioural changes and triggers as possible forms of communication, including distress or unmet needs
• State how to support daily care, safety, routine and independence using assistive technology
• Explain how medical care and treatment options may support people living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia
• Review nutritional challenges, food safety and mealtime strategies for people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia
• Select physical, cognitive and psychosocial interventions based on abilities and preferences
• Outline legal, financial, and ethical considerations, including the need for appropriate professional guidance
• Generate practical well-being strategies for caregivers, including stress management, support networks, and respite
• Describe how caregivers can support comfort, dignity, end-of-life decisions, grief, and bereavement

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the benefits and key practices of self-care for individuals in caregiving roles
• Identify signs and symptoms of stress and burnout in caregivers
• Analyse causes and effects of caregiver stress, including emotional, practical and dementia-related demands
• Evaluate various stress management techniques and select appropriate strategies for self-assessment
• Define emotional resilience and explain its importance in managing caregiver stress
• Outline a plan to develop emotional resilience through practical exercises and reflection
• Relate a self-care plan and ways to integrate self-care activities into daily routines
• Recognise when and how to access professional help and key considerations when seeking support
• Identify and classify available community and online resources that support caregiver well-being
• Discuss strategies to achieve and maintain a healthy work-life balance for caregivers
• Review long-term burnout prevention strategies, including self-monitoring, adaptation and continuous learning
• Apply dementia-specific caregiving knowledge to personalise stress management and self-care strategies

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Outline the fundamental roles and responsibilities of the caregiver within a person-centred care framework
• Explain the legal and ethical responsibilities of caregivers in safeguarding individuals and protecting their rights
• Describe infection prevention, nutrition, hydration, and strategies that promote health and wellbeing
• Apply appropriate emergency response techniques and safety practices to protect individuals in the care environment
• Discuss common types, features and progression of dementia and person-centred approaches to promote quality of life
• Describe basic body-system functions, health conditions, disabilities, age-related changes and their impact on care
• Apply compassionate care approaches to support comfort, dignity, and emotional needs during end-of-life care
• Explain how carers adapt communication and support to meet diverse physical, mental, cultural and religious needs

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define challenging behaviours in caregiving settings
• Identify common triggers and the factors influencing challenging behaviours
• Discuss the role of non-verbal communication in managing behaviours
• Summarise legal responsibilities and protections for caregivers
• Explain the importance of preventive strategies and routines in reducing challenging behaviours
• Describe how personalised care plans and consistent communication reduce stress for care recipients
• Explain how challenging behaviours may present in dementia care as expressions of distress or unmet needs
• Review the roles of medication, environmental changes and assistive technology in behaviour management
• Describe how familiar routines, meaningful activities and environmental cues can reduce distress-related behaviour
• Recognise stress management techniques and self-care practices for preventing caregiver burnout
• Outline resilience strategies for long-term caregiver well-being
• Evaluate the role of training, education and feedback in improving caregiving practice

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain swallowing-phase sequence, bolus formation and airway-protection reflexes in dysphagia
• Identify age-related, medication, neurological and structural factors, including dementia, that affect swallowing safety
• Distinguish between mild, moderate, and severe dysphagia using functional eating indicators
• Recognise early warning signs of dysphagia to enable timely caregiver responses
• Discuss differences between choking and aspiration, including observable signs and immediate responses
• Outline caregiver screening boundaries, IDDSI testing, specialist assessments and referral to an SLT
• Analyse feeding techniques to optimise safety and consistency during mealtimes
• Assess mealtime environments for distractions to improve swallowing readiness
• Identify suitable adaptive utensils and assistive feeding technology based on individual needs for safe feeding
• Evaluate hydration strategies to ensure effective intake of thickened liquids
• Create structured feeding routines that accommodate individual patient needs
• Summarise key safety protocols for administering medications in modified textures

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe dementia, common subtypes, symptoms and progression, including young-onset dementia and support needs
• Identify risk factors for dementia and outline basic prevention approaches
• Explain how person-centred care and psychosocial approaches support dignity, wellbeing and quality of life
• Illustrate how life history and behaviour influence emotional identity in dementia care
• Apply tailored communication strategies to connect effectively with individuals affected by dementia
• Explain common communication challenges and ways to support families and carers with information and guidance
• Assess the daily care needs related to hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and rest of individuals with dementia.
• Evaluate medical concerns, medication use, and holistic care planning for dementia patients.
• Select environmental, sensory, routine and assistive technology approaches that support safety and independence
• Review strategies that promote caregiver well-being and ethical caregiving decisions.
• Identify current developments in dementia research and explain implications for diagnosis, treatment and care
• Compare approaches to dementia awareness, equity, service access and support for independent living

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the prevalence, types, and societal impact of dementia
• Describe key neurodegenerative processes underlying dementia
• Outline the diagnostic journey and assessment tools used in dementia care
• Apply person-centred care principles to support individuals with dementia
• Identify strategies for managing complex needs and crisis situations
• Evaluate the role of system navigators and multidisciplinary teams in continuity of care
• Discuss legal frameworks, safeguarding, and human rights relevant to dementia care
• Create rehabilitation and empowerment plans that promote inclusion and participation
• Recall preventive measures that reduce dementia risk and support healthy aging