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Total subjects
8
Price
From
$9,200
Study method
100% Online
Assessments
100% online
CSP Available
Yes
Credit available
Yes
Applications Close
- 26 Jun 22
QS RANKING 2022
18
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
23
Degree structure
Core subjects
Major subjects
Elective subjects
Degree
Degree details
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- Recognise and use appropriate evidence to describe contemporary models of dementia care
- Describe structure, function and dysfunction of the nervous system in the major diseases causing dementias
- Describe the evidence for preventative and therapeutic approaches to optimise the health and social care of people living with dementia
- Communicate collaborative, person-centred approaches to issues involving diverse groups of people living with dementia, their families, carers, health and social care teams and the broader community
Higher education
Domestic applicants from all educational backgrounds: this course is open access.
Work and Life
Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement. Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and / or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.
Your personal competency statement should reference: Extensive or sustained work experience or, Completion of the Understanding Dementia MOOC and/or the Preventing Dementia MOOC or, Personal connection to someone living with dementia, in a paid or non-paid capacity.
Applications are considered on a case by case basis. We consider applicants from a broad range of life experiences and backgrounds, those with professional learning or formal study qualifications and skills and those entering University study as a mature age student with little previous formal qualifications and/ or experience in this field, and year 12 leavers.
There are no formal pre-requisites, however a good level of computer competency and willingness to engage in online learning is highly recommended.
The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here.
https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply/admission-requirements/recognition-of-prior-learning
With the rise in prevalence in dementia and the need to provide quality care in the community, health care centres and hospitals, and in residential care, it is becoming essential that health care workers in aged care develop specialised knowledge in this field so that you can make a difference to the lives of people living with dementia.
This course has been developed by the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, global leaders in dementia education with a mission to transform the understanding of dementia worldwide.
Offered fully online with no face to face or workplace assessment components, this course is designed to be undertaken by a wide range of personal and professional carers and others who work and interact with people living with dementia around the globe.
Course Objectives
Dementia is a neurological condition that affects tens of millions of people across the globe, posing significant challenges to people living with dementia, their families, communities and the health care sector. The Diploma of Dementia Care provides students with a deep knowledge of dementia, the changes that occur in the brain, the behaviours and needs associated with changes, and practical strategies necessary to help care for people living with dementia.
A condition as serious as dementia requires a special type of care – and a special type of person to provide it. Our course will develop your specialised understanding of dementia so that you can make a positive difference to the lives of people living with dementia. Learn from our global experts, with all our education programs informed by the latest research evidence.
Students will gain advanced problem-solving skills, along with an understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice. Upon completion of the Diploma you will be prepared for a range of career paths in the aged care and health sector.
- There are no exams, assessments may include quizzes, discussion boards, essays and presentations.
- Flexible full-time and part-time study options are available
- Each subject will require 8-10 hours each week of study
- A full-time study load is 3-4 subjects; part-time study is 1-2 subjects per semester
- Students who are new to online learning, are returning to study or are currently in the workforce are advised to consider part-time enrolment in their first semester
- We have dedicated Student Advisors to guide your learning
Recommended Study Pattern
For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended:
Year 1. 8 subjects in the first year including:
- TAS-CAD005 Neurospeak Online
- TAS-CAD101 Introduction to Ageing, the Brain and Dementia
- TAS-CAD104 Principles of Supportive Care for People With Dementia
- TAS-CAD113 Inter-professional Education and Practice in Dementia Care
- TAS-CAD115 Health Services for an Ageing Population
- TAS-CAD116 Introduction to Therapeutic Approaches for Dementia
- TAS-CAD117 Effective Communication for Dementia Care
- And one of the following subjects:
- TAS-CAD003 Foundations of University Study in Dementia Care***
- TAS-CAD121 The Global Challenge of Understanding Dementia***
***TAS-CAD003 is recommended for students who have not studied at a tertiary level in the past 10 years
***TAS-CAD121 is recommended for students who have studied at a tertiary level in the past 10 years
Award Requirements
Satisfactory completion of 8 subjects, as required in the schedule to be eligible for this award at a minimum of 1 year from commencement, up to 3 years.
Easy apply
You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.
Once you've checked your eligibility, apply and enrol for this degree following the steps. This degree also allows you to get started with Open access.
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Choose subjects to begin your application. You can choose 1 or 2 subjects to start.
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You can apply for the full degree or if you want to start with Open access, enrol into the subjects using the ‘Single subjects’ option.
You can apply for the degree later and the subjects may be credited towards the degree.
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Provide your details and select a funding option. You can pay up-front or apply for government funding in your application.
Open access
This degree offers Open access entry, exclusive to Open Universities Australia.
There’s more than one way to get a degree. Open access allows you to start with single subjects as a way into eligible degrees, regardless of your study history.
Enrol into and complete the required Open access subjects to earn entry in this degree. Most subjects have no entry requirements, are fully government funded (if you’re eligible) and may be credited when you start the degree.
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