Certified Dementia Companion
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Certified Dementia Companion

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Training Programme

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Description

People with dementia need more than just care – they need understanding, time, and compassionate support. In this training programme, you will acquire the knowledge and methods to professionally, sensitively, and empathetically assist those affected and their relatives. Dementia profoundly changes the lives of those affected and their families. Particularly in the early stages, people experience fears, insecurity, and disorientation. Here, empathy, expertise, and professional support are crucial. Our training programme provides you with in-depth knowledge of the condition and proven practical methods, enabling you to competently accompany and care for people with dementia, promote their resources, and maintain their quality of life. Additionally, you will learn communication and validation methods, as well as person-centred interventions that strengthen identity, well-being, and self-esteem.

Requirements

First Aid course (completed no more than 2 years ago or to be completed during the training programme) An 80% minimum attendance is required for successful completion of the course

Course content

  • Fundamentals of dementia: causes, symptoms, progression, forms
  • Biographical work as a key to individual care
  • Triggers and management of challenging behaviours
  • Communication and validation according to Naomi Feil
  • Holistic, resource-promoting activation
  • Person-centred interventions according to Kitwood
  • Legal foundations (e.g., confidentiality, documentation obligations, etc.)
  • Examination interview with topic presentation
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Target group

  • Home helpers
  • Care and support staff from all sectors
  • Interdisciplinary professional groups (e.g., occupational therapy, social work)
  • Caregiving relatives
  • Individuals without prior care experience who wish to specialise

Course provider: Kärntner Berufsförderungsinstitut GmbH

Kärntner Berufsförderungsinstitut GmbH

Course provider: Kärntner Berufsförderungsinstitut GmbH

For questions about course content, please contact:

Kärntner Berufsförderungsinstitut GmbH

info@bfi-kaernten.at057878