Health Sciences

Principles of Dementia Care (Level 2 Certificate)

Level 2

What is Level 2?

This is the equivalent to GCSE grades 9-4 / A*-C, O Level grades A- C or an Intermediate Apprenticeship.

This qualification aims to assist learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of the principles of caring for those with dementia.

It covers areas such as person-centred care, the influence of positive communication methods, issues relating to the use of medication for those with dementia and the importance of providing appropriate activities.

The qualification doesn’t infer competence in the work role, but can be used to support the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed for those working in or towards a dementia care role.

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Level 2

This is the equivalent to GCSE grades 9-4 / A*-C, O Level grades A- C or an Intermediate Apprenticeship.

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Course content

To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care learners are required to successfully complete 7 mandatory units:

Unit 01 Dementia awareness
Unit 02 The person-centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia
Unit 03 Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia
Unit 04 Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
Unit 05 Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
Unit 06 Understand behaviour in the context of dementia
Unit 07 Understand the benefits of engaging in activities in social care

To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the 7 mandatory units.

What can this course lead to?

This qualification provides progression to a number of qualifications including:

Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Level 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England

Course session dates

When does this start and end?

8 June 2026 - 21 July 2026

What are the entry requirements?

While there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, we recommend that learners have Level 1 English or equivalent. This will help you feel confident reading the course materials and completing the written assessments.

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