Health & Social Care

MQF/EQF Level 4 Dementia Care and Awareness

MQF 4MFHEA accredited
Duration
15 hrs
Study mode
Face-to-Face Lectures
Credits
3 ECTS
Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF/EQF): Level 4

About this course

This award aims to provide the participants with the relevant knowledge, skills, and competence to professionally support individuals with dementia. The course will further address attitudes and stigma around dementia and some of the difficult issues that arise for people with dementia and their family carers during the dementia journey of care.

This course will explore the neurology of dementia, the various forms of dementia and best practice in dementia care.

Course details

Admission Requirements

  • Aged 16+ upon entry of course
  • Communicate using oral and written English
  • Minimum school leaving certificate
  • Clean Police Conduct
  • Copy of ID card or Passport

Fees and Funding

Total Tuition Fees: Eur 100

For information about funding schemes click here.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes for Knowledge obtained at the end of the programme:

The learner will be able to

  1. Identify the symptoms, causes, effects and type of dementia.
  2. Describe the various medications available, their side effects and explore additional support therapies.
  3. Adopt personalized techniques daily when supporting individuals with dementia.
  4. Treat the individual with dignity, respect and sensitivity ensuring that the individual feel valued to enhance their self confidence.

Learning Modules

There is only one module in this course which will provide the relevant knowledge, skills, and competence to professionally support individuals with dementia.

Learning Hours :

  • Contact hours: 15
  • Supervised placement hours: 4
  • Self-study hours: 42
  • Assessment hours: 14

Information for International Applicants

International students generally describe Malta as a safe place, enjoying excellent weather and an all-year varied cultural programme. Malta is considered as the ideal place for students to study.

Non-EU/ Non-EEA Applicants need to apply for a Student Visa before they travel to Malta. We can help guide you on this process. Learn More.

Career Opportunities

  • Staff mentors
  • Care supervisor
  • Care coordinator
  • Nursing assistants
  • Non-care administrative roles
  • Support worker
  • Nursing home assistant
  • Senior care worker
  • Team leader
  • Independent living advisor
  • Aged care worker
  • Nurse practitioner

Course Intended For

Age Group: 16+

Existing professionals or newbies who may want to further their career in elderly care/sector can amplify their skills and knowledge of this topic with our accredited short course in Dementia Care and Awareness Award , and it could make all the difference in escalating your career path.

Course Assessment

This Course will be assessed through the submission of:

  • Activities Booklet (10%)
  • Contemplative Essay (40%)
  • Written Assignment (50%)

Qualification Framework

This course is accredited and licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA).

The Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) is responsible for fostering the development and achievement of excellence in Further and Higher education in Malta through effective licensing, accreditation, quality assurance, research, and recognition of programmes of study, established under the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF)

Intakes

Upcoming intake dates for this course are currently being scheduled. Register your interest and we’ll send you the full programme information and priority notice as soon as the next intake opens.

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Note: New intake dates for this programme are currently being scheduled (new student enrolments are temporarily paused during a periodic review). Register your interest above to be placed on the priority list for the next intake.

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