Introduction to Therapeutic Approaches for Dementia CAD116

By University of Tasmania

Foundational
One 13 week semester
Online Course

Access on https://www.utas.edu.au/

In this unit you will gain knowledge of modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for dementia, and of contemporary strategies to dementia therapies. You will be introduced to varied approaches to supporting quality of life for people with dementia, including community-based and individual approaches, as well as non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches.This unit of study is part of the Diploma of Dementia Care and Bachelor of Dementia Care, offered by the University of Tasmania.

Domains:
Person-Centred Care

Cost:
fully-subsidised

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) :
Not Available

Learning Outcomes

Identify and explain modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for dementia
Identify and examine the concepts of ‘therapy’ and ‘therapeutic approaches’ for people with dementia
Explore and discuss the various therapeutic options for enhancing quality of life for people with dementia, including community-based, individual, non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches