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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care (EQUAL)

Marketing Title
07/09/2026
Format
19/02/2027
Format
Level 3
Part-Time
BHSL3006 (2026/2027A)
Online Provision
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Course Information

Course Information
This online course is designed to enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. Successful completion of the units will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia and its effects. This qualification is designed for learners who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of dementia and dementia care.

This qualification allows you to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia to support individuals diagnosed with dementia.

Achievement of this qualification will help support progression into a variety of job roles and occupational areas within health and social care, or roles in other sectors which support people with dementia.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:
- Gain skills that employers value
- Improve your job prospects
- Earn a higher wage
To achieve the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care qualification, you’ll need to complete 7 mandatory units:
• Unit 01 Understanding dementia
• Unit 02 Understand how person-centred approaches are used to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia
• Unit 03 Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support
• Unit 04 Supporting positive interaction, occupation and activity in dementia care
• Unit 05 Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support
• Unit 06 Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and rights
• Unit 07 Principles of the administration of medication and well-being of individuals with dementia

The objectives of this qualification are to enable learners to understand:
• Types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis
• Person-centred approaches in dementia care
• The role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support
• The use of medication to support individuals with dementia.
The course content is designed to take around 200 hours (20-24 weeks) to work through both learning and assessments. Learners will be given access to a comprehensive online learning platform (EQUAL) which will provide them with detailed knowledge and information to support their successful completion of each unit.

A tutor will be assigned to the learner once enrolled, they will support you in your induction and be the point of support throughout the length of the course. Further self-directed research is encouraged to expand learner’s understanding of key topics.
In order to attend the course, learners should be able to follow instructions in English at Level 2 and above. Learners will also need a good level of IT skills to be able to access and navigate the learning platform and keep in contact with their personal tutor. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 dementia or health and social care related qualification.

Learners will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet device with access to the internet. 

The setup of this course enables learners to study independently and flexibly at times convenient to them.

All learners will need to initially apply online and complete an initial assessment prior to access to the course.
Clear deadlines will be provided for each unit to ensure the qualification is completed within the set time frame. Completion and progress on each unit is clearly identified on the learner’s online dashboard. Learners will receive regular feedback throughout the course including opportunities for further development. You will be completing work in relation to each unit, which a range of activities and questioning to allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding. You will complete this online using the online platform. Learning Support Team work across college supporting students with a variety of learning needs in different ways. Support can be requested at enrolment or at any point throughout your course.
Following completion of this course the following progression option(s) are available:
- Access to Higher Education Pathways
- Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Level 3 Certificate in Working in the Health Sector
- Level 4 qualifications in Health and Social Care
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