| Event Description |
This module is aimed at anyone looking to develop an understanding of the impact of diagnosis and who can help. The module explores the importance of early diagnosis, the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis and the process involved in diagnosing dementia. In addition, the module looks at the need for robust support networks and reviews medical and non-medical treatments available.
Module 4 of the Open Dementia Suite from the Alzheimer's Society and the Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE).
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| Training Objectives |
The aim of this module is to introduce you to how dementia and is diagnosed and the support available. |
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| Learning Outcomes |
If you apply what you have learnt in this module you will be able to:
Identify reasons why an early diagnosis is importantDescribe the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis of dementiaDescribe the process involved in diagnosing a dementiaList some key dangers of labelling peopleDescribe the multidisciplinary nature of a robust network of help and support for people with dementia and their familiesDescribe a range of medical and non-medical treatments in dementia and know how to access more information on them |
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| Course Pre-Requisites |
The Learning and Development Gateway will not record your progress or score from this module. Please be aware that when you close this module your scores will be lost.
If you wish to keep evidence of your scores we suggest that you take a screen grab of the assessment page by carrying out the following steps:
On the results screen press Alt+Print Screen on your keyboardOpen Microsoft WordPress Ctrl+V on your keyboardYour results screen will now appear in Word
If you need any help carrying out these steps please call the Corporate Learning and Development Helpdesk while your results are onscreen on 033 022 22003 (x22003). |
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| Course Instructions |
You may have to allow pop-ups for this online module. If you need help in doing this, please contact Corporate Learning and Development's helpdesk on 033 022 22003 (x22003). |
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| Online Learning Course Category |
Adult Services |
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| Subject Areas |
General Care, Dementia |
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| Target Audience |
WSCC Staff, PVI Sector - Adults, Health Care, Care Homes, Adult Services |
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| Course Costs |
| Internal LA Cost: |
£0.00 |
| PVI/Care Provider Cost: |
£0.00 |
| Partnership Cost: |
£0.00 |
| External Cost: |
£0.00 |
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| Session |
Session Date |
Session Length |
Session Venue |
| Online Learning |
Anytime |
20-30 minutes |
At your desk |
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