Communication Skills for Caregivers Course
Enhance communication abilities for caregivers assisting older adults with dementia. This course delivers practical strategies for humanities workers to de-escalate tensions, uphold dignity, coordinate with families, and maintain personal health, fostering compassionate and effective interactions in care settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This practical course equips caregivers with vital communication skills for supporting elderly individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Participants will master person-centred language, de-escalation methods, nonverbal cues to ease anxiety, culturally aware practices, memory aids, routine planning, and a one-week communication strategy, all while safeguarding personal wellbeing against burnout.
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Develop skills
- Person-centred communication for dementia: employ clear, dignified language to build genuine rapport.
- De-escalation techniques: utilise calm tone, rhythm, and affirmation to soothe distress.
- Weekly care planning: outline routines, clarify activities, and minimise everyday pressures.
- Effective family liaison: synchronise goals, relay progress, and avert disagreements.
- Reflective ethical care: safeguard respect, manage feelings, and resist exhaustion.
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