ICTQual Level 3 Award in Dementia Care (ICTQual AB)
The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Dementia Care develops specialist knowledge and practical skills to support individuals living with dementia. It focuses on person-centred care, communication strategies, safeguarding, and understanding dementia progression in health and social care settings.
Course Features
This qualification provides structured, industry-relevant training in dementia care aligned with ICTQual AB standards for health and social care progression.
- Level 3 vocational qualification in dementia care
- Focus on person-centred care approaches
- Practical application in care environments
- Evidence-based learning outcomes
- Flexible study delivery options
- Progression to advanced health and social care qualifications
About This Course
The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Dementia Care is designed to prepare learners with the essential knowledge and practical understanding required to support individuals affected by dementia in a variety of care settings. The course builds competence in recognising symptoms, understanding neurological changes, and applying compassionate care approaches.
Understanding dementia types, causes, and progression
Applying person-centred care principles in real situations
Developing effective communication strategies for dementia support
Recognising behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
Supporting families and carers in dementia care contexts
Understanding ethical, legal, and safeguarding responsibilities
What You'll Learn
This course equips learners with core knowledge and applied skills required to deliver safe and effective dementia care in professional settings.
Understand the causes, types, and progression of dementia
Apply person-centred approaches to dementia care
Communicate effectively with individuals living with dementia
Recognise behavioural, emotional, and cognitive changes
Support daily living activities and promote independence
Apply safeguarding, ethics, and legal responsibilities in care
Who Should Attend?
This qualification is suitable for individuals working in or entering health and social care roles involving dementia support or elderly care.
Healthcare assistants and support workers
Care home staff and domiciliary carers
Nursing assistants and junior care staff
Social care professionals supporting older adults
Individuals seeking careers in dementia care
Learners progressing into health and social care qualifications
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 3 Award in Dementia Care (ICTQual AB) course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Types, Causes, and Progression of Dementia
Neurological and Cognitive Changes in Dementia
Person-Centred Dementia Care Approaches
Communication in Dementia Care
Supporting Daily Living and Independence
Behavioural and Psychological Support
Safeguarding, Ethics, and Legal Responsibilities
Health, Safety, and Risk Management in Dementia Care
Supporting Families and Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Course Requirements
Learners should have basic literacy and communication skills to engage with course materials and assessments. Prior experience in care settings is beneficial but not mandatory.
Minimum age requirement of 16–18 years (depending on centre policy)
Basic English reading and writing skills
Assessments
Assessment is designed to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application of dementia care principles in line with ICTQual AB standards.
Written assignments or structured coursework
Case study analysis based on care scenarios
Knowledge-based questioning (short/long answers)
Practical workplace observation (where applicable)
Progression
This qualification provides a strong foundation for advanced study and career development in health and social care, particularly in elderly and dementia care specialisms.
ICTQual Level 4 Health and Social Care qualifications
Specialist dementia or elderly care certifications
Employment as senior care support worker
Progression into nursing or healthcare training pathways
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