Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: UNDED20STO.
Methods in Working with People with Dementia gives you in-depth knowledge of different methods in dementia care, for example function-preserving approaches, self-supporting approaches and how the environment can be used as support. You learn different forms of support when memory fails and the importance of life stories in care. The course is part of TUC's YH programme for specialist assistant nurses in dementia care and builds on a salutogenic perspective. After the course, you can apply person-centred methods when meeting people with dementia.
Duration: 5 weeks
Location: Tranås
Language: Swedish
Level: Advanced
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: 25 YH credits, half-time about 20 hrs/week in the programme
The purpose and aim of the course is to give in-depth knowledge of the use of different methods, such as function-preserving approaches, self-supporting approaches, how the environment can be used as support, different forms of support when memory fails, and the importance of life stories.
The purpose and aim of the course is to give in-depth knowledge of the use of different methods, such as function-preserving approaches, self-supporting approaches, how the environment can be used as support, different forms of support when memory fails, and the importance of life stories.
What you will learn
What you learn.
Can apply function-preserving and self-supporting approaches
Can use the environment as support in caring for people with dementia
Has knowledge of different forms of support when memory fails
Understands the importance of life stories in person-centred care
Curriculum
How the course is built.
Function-preserving approaches
Methods for preserving function and independence in people with dementia.
Self-supporting approaches
Supporting the individual's identity and sense of self in care.
The environment as support
How the physical environment can be adapted to support people with dementia.
Life stories
Using life stories as a tool in person-centred care.
Target audience
Who is this for?
The course is aimed at working assistant nurses who are studying TUC's YH programme for specialist assistant nurses in dementia care.
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