Dementia Care

This course runs for 4 hours and includes theoretical and practical information for people working with dementia. It is strongly recommended as a refresher, particularly for people re-entering the aged care work force.

It is also suitable for volunteers or family members wishing to gain knowledge to assist in their care of a person with dementia.

The workshop includes

What is dementia?
The incidence of dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease
Stages of dementia
Brain changes
Signs and symptoms of dementia
Common care issues
Behaviour and approaches to care
The importance of family, friends, purpose and pleasure
Loss and grief
The roles of carers and care workers
Communication
Support techniques
Elder abuse and legal issues
Available resources

How to enrol

Call us by phone or email or contact us through our website.

Please fill in the form below.

Testimonials

"I completed my Certificate III in Aged Care earlier this year with the huge help and support of Bestwest Care Kwinana, I would like to give a huge thank you to the team at Bestwest Care, especially the Training Manager – Maggie for her ongoing support. Since completing my Cert III I have found work in an Aged Care Facility taking care of the elderly and am finally doing the work I enjoy!Bestwest Care have allowed me to reach my goals and have given me the opportunity to use my caring nature and passion to make a difference, so T H A N K – Y O U!"

Leony,

"Dear Maggie.I appreciate the opportunity in sharing my journey thus far. More so I extend my greatest appreciation to you all at Bestwest Care for the invaluable training as putting it all into reality has helped me immensely and to secure employment.All the best to you all."

Cathy,

"To All Staff at Bestwest,This is to notify you that I have been employed!I wish to take this opportunity to thank the entire Bestwest Care training team for the exemplary delivery of training, practical placement and your remarkable job practical assessment.If there is any post training development of interest for me, don’t hesitate to get in touch and I believe we will meet in the industry."

Alfred,

"Hi Michelle.Just wanted to let you know that I have got a job starting next Wednesday, casual at first with and they will put me through a medication course which will be great and then if all goes well, permanent position later!I had three interviews all together and all of them were successful so I had to choose, which was lovely. If it wasn’t for your support and the interview techniques you gave me, I am sure I would not be at the place I am right now.Thank you to all the staff at Bestwest Care and my fellow students. Bestwest has the best Trainers and support staff looking after them. I will be recommending Bestwest care to everyone!!"

Rowena,

"Great course, really informative, Fantastic Trainers, Delivered in an enjoyable manner.After not studying for such a long time and after being out of the workforce I was hesitant to go back to studying. However all the trainers and the admin staff at Bestwest gave me a lot of encouragement and support. It was a great experience.This was the third First Aid Course I have done and it was the best. Dawn is an excellent trainer and very passionate about first aid."

Jack,

"The training team at Bestwest Care is amazing. Everyone of the trainers was entertaining and able to illustrate all points with examples from their own experience.To Maggie and all the Bestwest care trainers, I congratulate you on the fabulous training that you have provided. I can now work in aged care with confidence knowing that I have learnt the right skills."

Leonie,

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Bestwest Care studying Certificate III in Individual Support. All of the Trainers are knowledgeable and passionate about their industry, and this shows in the classroom. With their encouragement, guidance and the simulation days, I feel confident about using the skills I have gained out in the real world."

Faye,

"I had wonderful training right from the theoretical part of it. Bestwest Care well equipped me for what’s ahead thus I came prepared. Practical placement went well as I was instilled confidence by my Bestwest Care trainers. The first week I was just observing but from there all the mentors showed me what needed to be done and they were supervising and teaching me all the way. Because of all these reasons I got employed where I completed my placement. I am forever grateful and forever indebted to the facility. Thank you a million times guys."

Tatenda,

"I would like to say thank you to all the staff that has made it possible for me to achieve not only one of my goals but also start off me new career path (purpose in life). I’ve appreciated everything you have given me; knowledge, training, mindset, that I can achieve anything. You all should be very proud of what you have passed onto me."

Jess,

"I am grateful about the life changing skills I learnt at Bestwest Care. The training made me ready to handle different scenarios in the work place. The trainers were amazing and made concepts easy to understand. I recommend Bestwest Care for anyone who is serious about becoming an effective care partner in the care industry. The practical assessment went well as I was made to feel comfortable to do the tasks."

Dominic,

"I just wanted to say a massive thankyou for helping me to accomplish my dream of working in aged care!You are an amazing team and the best teachers / mentors I could ask for!Thank you!"

Amber,

"I am constantly amazed at the commitment, patience, hard work and kindness that you all showed us in our very memorable and interesting experience and learnings.It would be impossible to count all the ways that you've helped and taught us. You have inspired and motivated me most to pursue my goal to become a good carer.Expressing my sincere gratitude, appreciation and thank you to the administration, staff, trainers, mentors and assessors.Thank you for the excellent job!Bestwest is the BEST! Bestwest Care is highly recommended"

Grace,

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Bestwest Care is an industry leader in providing accredited education and workplace training to help strengthen WA’s disability, mental health and aged care workforce

A CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support can ensure you are qualified for a wide range of jobs
Registered Training Organisation 51585
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Dementia Care

Course Information

Testimonials

Bestwest Care is an industry leader in providing accredited education and workplace training to help strengthen WA’s disability, mental health and aged care workforce

A CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support can ensure you are qualified for a wide range of jobs Registered Training Organisation 51585Enquire Now

Dementia Care

Course Information

Testimonials

A CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support can ensure you are qualified for a wide range of jobs
Registered Training Organisation 51585
Enquire Now