Dementia Care and Support (Level 4) (Micro-credential)
Skills Update Training and Education Group
Subject area
Community Client Care
Qualification
Duration
15 Weeks
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This Micro-credential is designed for those working in dementia care. The micro-credential aims to provide in-depth knowledge in different types of dementia, its causes, and its effects on the clients and their families. Learners will gain
specialist skills in applying person-centered approaches to care and support; using supportive communication strategies to interact with clients and their families; identifying and using strategies to manage challenging behaviours.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Students must be 18 years of age or over. Students should have achieved the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) or at least 5 years of work experience in a caregiving role in a health, disability, and aged support setting. Students must be employed in a health assistant or similar role with the ability to meet required practical hours supporting people with dementia. Evidence of employment is to be provided during enrolment. Undergo Police Vetting. There may be further restrictions when this course is offered under a Tertiary Education Commission Contract. English language requirements: In line with NZQA requirements for international students, where English is not the applicant's first language, they will be required to provide evidence of their English language skills in line with NZQA requirements. Evidence that the student has: * An IELTS level of 5.5 (General or Academic) with no sub-score less than 5, or * Reference letter from employer attesting English proficiency. Acceptance will be determined at the discretion of the interviewer. Reasons for declining an application may include, but not limited to: Availability of training places on the Micro-Credential. The existence of serious behavioral problems that are known or are established during the interview process that may compromise the safety or rights of staff or students. Clear indications that the applicant is not genuinely interested in learning, that her/his enrolment has a very high probability of resulting in a negative outcome
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
15 Weeks
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 255 1464
Fax: (09) 275 9571
Email: qateam@skillsupdate.co.nz
Web: http://www.skillsupdate.co.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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