iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Dementia Care (RQF)

Course Overview:
This qualification is a qualification designed for individuals working in, or planning to work in, roles that support people with dementia. This course aims to deepen the understanding of dementia, including its impact on individuals, families, and carers, while equipping learners with the necessary skills to provide person-centred care.

The objective of the qualification is to provide knowledge and understanding of dementia.

Qualification: iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Dementia Care (RQF)

Total Credits: 21
Minimum Guided Learning Hours: 143
Awarding Body: iCQ
Course Duration: 3-4 months

Entry Requirements: You don’t need any formal qualifications to enrol on this course. Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. Learners will need to have a good standard of written and verbal communication skills.

    • Enable rights and choices of individuals with dementia whilst minimising risks

    • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in dementia care practice

    • Understand the process and experience of dementia

    • Understand and enable interaction and communication with individuals who have dementia

  • Assessment method

    The qualification will be assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Your personal assessor will conduct monthly meetings via Teams to review and develop your progress towards the qualification.

    All assessments need to be passed, and each will directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the qualification

  • After this programme, you could progress to any Level 2 / 3 Diploma in Adult Care.