ICTQual Level 4 Award in Dementia Care

This qualification is designed to enhance professional competence in dementia care through structured theoretical learning and applied practice-based understanding aligned with ICTQual AB standards.

• Level 4 regulated health and social care qualification

• Focus on person-centred dementia care practices

• Developed for healthcare and social care professionals

• Covers communication, behaviour, and safeguarding

• Includes ethical, legal, and diversity principles

• Supports progression into advanced care roles

The ICTQual Level 4 Award in Dementia Care is a specialist qualification designed to improve the knowledge and skills of professionals working with individuals affected by dementia. It provides a structured understanding of dementia types, progression, and the psychosocial impact on individuals and families.

• Understanding dementia types, symptoms, and progression

• Promoting person-centred care approaches

• Managing communication and behavioural challenges

• Applying safeguarding and protection principles

• Supporting families and carers effectively

• Enhancing quality of life for individuals with dementia

This course equips learners with advanced skills and knowledge required to deliver effective dementia care in health and social care settings.

• Understand the types, causes, and progression of dementia

• Apply person-centred care principles in dementia support

• Communicate effectively with individuals living with dementia

• Manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia

• Implement safeguarding and ethical care practices

• Support families and multidisciplinary care teams

This qualification is intended for individuals working or intending to work in health and social care roles involving dementia support and elderly care services.

• Care assistants and support workers in health and social care

• Nurses and healthcare professionals working with elderly patients

• Social care workers supporting dementia patients

• Residential and nursing home staff

• Healthcare support coordinators and supervisors

• Individuals seeking career progression in dementia care

This course is designed for learners with a basic foundation in health and social care who wish to progress into specialist dementia care roles.

• Minimum age of 18 years

• Level 3 qualification in health and social care or related field

The ICTQual Level 4 Award in Dementia Care is assessed through structured methods designed to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and applied understanding.

• Written assignments and coursework

• Case study analysis

• Practical scenario-based assessments

• Tutor-marked evaluations

This qualification supports academic and professional development within health and social care and dementia-specialist pathways.

• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

• Specialist qualifications in mental health or elderly care

• Employment in senior care assistant or supervisory roles

• Progression into healthcare leadership and training roles