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The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care (RQF) is an essential qualification for individuals in healthcare and adult care professions. Accredited by NOCN and aligned with the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), this certificate equips learners with crucial skills for roles such as Adult Care Worker or Healthcare Support Worker. It includes important topics like communication, safety, and person-centred care, and its flexible structure caters to various positions while enabling part-time study, making it accessible to those employed in different environments. This qualification serves as an excellent entry point for beginners, providing foundational knowledge necessary for delivering quality care and support in diverse healthcare settings.
Funding and Importance for Employers
This qualification is fully funded under the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme, making it an affordable option for employers to invest in their staff’s development. By equipping employees with critical skills and knowledge, employers can ensure that their workforce is compliant with the latest care standards, improving the quality of care provided and minimizing risks associated with non-compliance.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Enroll today to begin your journey in adult social care and start learning instantly.
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care is an 18-credit qualification with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 180 hours, including 156 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
Learners must achieve all 18 credits from the six mandatory components.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 610/3187/2
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit Values |
| J/650/8183 | Dementia Awareness | 2 | 26 | 3 |
| K/650/8184 | Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care Practice | 2 | 26 | 3 |
| H/650/8182 | Communication with Individuals with Dementia | 2 | 26 | 3 |
| F/650/8181 | Behaviour in the Context of Dementia | 2 | 26 | 3 |
| L/650/8185 | Person-Centred Care to Support Individuals with Dementia | 2 | 26 | 3 |
| M/650/8186 | Supporting Choice and Minimising Risk for Individuals with Dementia | 2 | 26 | 3 |
For NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care (RQF), learners must fulfil the following requirements:
*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
This qualification is ideal for individuals who are either currently working in the health and social care sector or are aspiring to enter this rewarding field. Whether you are already in a caregiving or support role or just beginning your journey in adult care, this course offers a valuable foundation. It is especially suitable for care workers, support workers, or healthcare assistants looking to enhance their understanding of dementia care. The course is also highly beneficial for those with no formal training but a strong interest in caring for individuals with dementia, equipping you with the essential knowledge, person-centred approaches, and inclusive care practices required to support individuals living with dementia effectively. With no formal entry requirements and flexible online delivery, it is accessible to learners from both the UK and internationally, making it a perfect starting point for anyone passionate about providing compassionate and competent dementia care.
This is a knowledge-based course, and learners will submit written assignments for each unit to complete this course. To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.
The Assessor judges that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria.
NOCN is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Ofqual is responsible for maintaining standards and confidence in a wide range of vocational qualifications, whereas NOCN has a duty of care to implement quality assurance processes.
Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate (soft copy/scanned version) issued by NOCN, which is included in the course price.
If you require a hard copy certificate, an additional fee of £25 will apply. This covers standard postal charges.
For faster delivery, you may choose to have your certificate and transcript sent via special courier (e.g., DHL). This service incurs an additional cost of £40, which applies primarily to international deliveries.
Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).
