Overview
We’ll equip you with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to independently identify cases of dementia syndrome in the community setting. We’ll cover the principles of the types of dementia, functional and cognitive assessment, delirium, and reversible dementias.
Who should attend?
To join this course you'll be a registered clinician with recent experience in working with older adults and currently working in an appropriate clinical setting. You'll require a suitably qualified medical supervisor (e.g. consultant psychiatrist, neurologist).
Dates
Please note: this course is delivered face-to-face on campus.
The following dates may be subject to change:
- 25 March 2025 (Induction)
- 14, 20 and 27 May
- 3, 11, 18 and 25 June
- 2, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July
Where you'll study
Your faculty
The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care at ARU is primed to meet the demand for healthcare professionals, doctors, scientists and social workers in the East of England.
We've been training undergraduates for professional roles for over 25 years, with a reputation for quality, dedication and ambition balanced with student satisfaction.
We know that our students want the very best experiential learning, and we've invested heavily in purpose-built simulated wards, science labs and skills spaces, to support your learning every step of the way.
Where can I study?
Chelmsford
Our striking, modern campus sits by the riverside in Chelmsford's University and Innovation Quarter.
Fees & funding
Course fees
30 credits (Level 7) for courses starting in 2024/25
£1,767
Funding for CPD
Please ask your manager or Education Lead about available funding before you apply.
Contact details
Michael Hart
[email protected]
CPD Admissions Team
[email protected]
Entry requirements
To join this course you'll be a registered clinician with recent experience in working with older adults and currently working in an appropriate clinical setting. You'll require a suitably qualified medical supervisor (e.g. consultant psychiatrist, neurologist).
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