Statement of Attainment in Dementia Support - Service Delivery Skill Set

Effectively deal with behaviours of concern in people with dementia

Develop individualised support strategies

Report and record care needs and incidents

Plan activities to help clients maintain dignity, skills and health

Monitor and analyse behaviours of concern

A nationally recognised Statement of Attainment

A pathway to further study in aged care

The ability to identify what triggers certain behaviours in clients and how to respond appropriately

The ability to manage clients and families coping with dementia

Specialist skills that will prepare you to work in a variety of aged care roles

A Certificate III level or higher qualification in an area involving provision of direct client care or support as evidenced by a copy of your transcript, or

skills equivalent to the qualification requirement validated through a recognition of prior learning process, or

substantial industry experience, on the job training and development along with supervisor assessment of capacity as evidenced by a letter from your employer

Some experience as a support worker

Adequate fitness and mobility to deliver First Aid, like performing CPR while kneeling on the floor

The ability to work with people in difficult situations and circumstances

Empathy, patience, and the capacity to empower others

Basic digital literacy

Reading and writing skills to a Year 10 level