Communicating in a person-centred way
Good communication skills are essential in providing support to people living with dementia and their carers. In this 3-part online course you will explore communication for people living with dementia and learn how to influence people within the support relationship to promote positive communication.
Suitable for: Aged care, Allied health, Disability care, Home and community care, Hospitals, Retirement living, Aged care decision-makers, Dentists, Dieticians, Disability care staff, Diversional therapists, Facility managers/coordinators, GPs and other referrers, Lifestyle officers, Occupational therapists, Physiotherapists, Practice nurses, Registered nurses, Residential care workers, Social workers, Speech therapists, Support staff
0Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Delivery mode: Online
Location: All states and territories
Good communication skills are essential in providing support to people living with dementia and their carers. In this 3-part online course you will explore communication for people living with dementia and learn how to influence people within the support relationship to promote positive communication.
You will gain knowledge in:
- the impact of dementia on the person’s ability to communicate,
- supporting person-centred communication through support relationships,
- individualised strategies for communication.
Enrol yourself
This course is for individual health workers.
If you want to take this course yourself an as individual, click the “Register” button below.
If you want to book training for your staff, see our professional development and training page for organisations.
