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The Alzheimer’s Disease Online Course provides an introduction to Alzheimer’s disease, including symptoms, diagnosis, disease progression, treatment and practical care strategies. Suitable for health and social care professionals, carers and support staff, it helps learners recognise changing needs, communicate effectively and provide person-centred support that promotes dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.
Alzheimer’s Disease Course Summary
Course Name: Alzheimer’s Disease Online Course
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: Online Training Course
Certificate Included: Instant Digital Certificate
Accreditation: CPD Accredited
Suitable For: Healthcare professionals, social care workers, carers, support workers, care home staff, domiciliary care staff, mental health professionals, community workers, family carers and anyone supporting people living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Assessment: Online Multiple Choice Test
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CPD Points
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Last Updated:
30 Sep 2025
What is Alzheimer’s Disease training?
Alzheimer’s Disease training provides learners with the knowledge needed to recognise the signs, progression and impact of Alzheimer’s disease while developing practical skills for supporting individuals throughout the different stages of the condition. The training explains how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain, how it differs from other forms of dementia, available treatments and approaches to managing behavioural changes.
Learners explore person-centred care, communication techniques, supporting nutrition, maintaining wellbeing and helping individuals remain as independent as possible. The course also highlights the important role of family members and professional carers in delivering compassionate, evidence-based support.
Completing Alzheimer’s Disease training supports workplace competence, improves the quality of care and helps organisations follow recognised UK dementia care guidance and person-centred care principles.
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Who Is This Course For?
The Alzheimer’s Disease Online Course is suitable for healthcare and social care professionals who support adults living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. This includes nurses, healthcare assistants, care workers, senior carers, domiciliary care staff, care home teams, occupational therapists, social workers, mental health professionals and community support workers.
The course is equally valuable for managers, team leaders, volunteers and family carers who want to improve their understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and provide more effective support.
It is suitable for induction training, refresher learning and continuing professional development across NHS, private healthcare, social care and community settings where person-centred dementia care is provided.
Key Benefits
✓ Recognise early and advanced symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease
✓ Understand diagnosis, treatment and disease progression
✓ Support people using person-centred care approaches
✓ Respond appropriately to behavioural changes and potential triggers
✓ Improve communication with individuals and families
✓ Enhance workplace confidence while supporting recognised UK dementia care guidance
Course Modules
- Course Introduction – Alzheimer’s Disease
- What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
- Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
- 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Alzheimer’s and the Brain
- The Role of Plaques and Tangles
- Causes and Risk Factors of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
- Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease
- Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease
- After a Diagnosis
- Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease
- Sleep Problems and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Behavioural Changes
- Behavioural Triggers
- Evaluating Behavioural Changes
- Behavioural Change Coping Tips for Caregivers
- Supporting a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Caregiving for Middle-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
- Caregiving for Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
- Transitioning to a Care Facility
- Eating and Fluids
- Maintaining Health in Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
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Learning Outcomes
| Learner Outcome                                                           | Covered |
|---|---|
| Explain what Alzheimer’s disease is | ✓ |
| Distinguish Alzheimer’s disease from other types of dementia | ✓ |
| Identify early warning signs and symptoms | ✓ |
| Recognise symptoms associated with advanced Alzheimer’s disease | ✓ |
| Describe how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain | ✓ |
| Explain the role of plaques and tangles | ✓ |
| Identify common causes and risk factors | ✓ |
| Describe the stages of Alzheimer’s disease | ✓ |
| Explain how Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed | ✓ |
| Outline current treatment options | ✓ |
| Recognise behavioural changes and potential triggers | ✓ |
| Apply practical strategies to support people living with Alzheimer’s disease | ✓ |
| Describe appropriate care during middle and late stages | ✓ |
| Explain nutritional and health considerations in late-stage Alzheimer’s disease | ✓ |
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What Our Learners Say?
“Clear, practical and easy to follow. Improved my confidence supporting residents with Alzheimer’s disease.”
Sarah P
Care Assistant
“Excellent overview with useful guidance on recognising behavioural changes.”
Michael R
Community Support Worker
“Great refresher course with practical examples I now use every day.”
Aisha K
Registered Nurse
4.86/5 from 73+ learners
Why Is Alzheimer’s Disease training important?
Alzheimer’s disease affects memory, thinking, communication and daily functioning, making knowledgeable and compassionate care essential. Understanding how the condition progresses enables staff to recognise changing needs, reduce distress and respond appropriately to behavioural changes.
Effective Alzheimer’s Disease training promotes person-centred care, improves communication with individuals and families, supports safer care planning and helps maintain dignity, independence and quality of life wherever possible.
For employers, providing appropriate dementia awareness training helps develop a competent workforce, supports recognised best practice and contributes towards delivering high-quality, safe care aligned with CQC expectations and person-centred care standards.
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Is Alzheimer’s Disease training a legal requirement in the UK?
There is no UK law stating that Alzheimer’s Disease training is legally mandatory for every employee. However, employers have legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 to provide suitable information, instruction and training where employees’ roles require it.
Health and social care providers are also expected to ensure staff are competent to deliver safe, effective and person-centred care under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, including Regulation 18 relating to staff competency.
Where staff support people living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Alzheimer’s awareness training is widely regarded as good practice and helps organisations meet professional, regulatory and quality expectations.
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Alzheimer’s Disease training FAQ?
What is Alzheimer's Disease training?
Alzheimer’s Disease training teaches learners about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, progression and care of people living with Alzheimer’s disease. It also covers communication, behavioural changes, person-centred care and practical support strategies used in healthcare and social care settings.
Who should complete Alzheimer's Disease training?
The course is suitable for nurses, care assistants, support workers, domiciliary carers, care home staff, social workers, healthcare professionals, volunteers, managers and family carers who support people living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Is Alzheimer's Disease training a legal requirement in the UK?
No. The training is not specifically required by legislation. However, employers must ensure staff receive appropriate training to carry out their duties safely and competently where Alzheimer’s care forms part of their role.
How long does the Alzheimer's Disease Online Course take?
The course takes approximately one hour to complete, allowing learners to study at their own pace from any internet-connected device.
What topics are covered in Alzheimer's Disease training?
The course covers symptoms, diagnosis, brain changes, disease stages, risk factors, treatment, behavioural changes, communication, caregiving approaches, nutrition, late-stage care and supporting people throughout the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
How is the course assessed?
Learners complete an online multiple-choice assessment after studying the course materials. A CPD-accredited digital certificate is issued immediately upon successful completion.
What certificate will I receive?
After successfully completing the assessment, learners receive an instant CPD Accredited digital certificate that can be downloaded, printed and used as evidence of continuing professional development.
How often should Alzheimer's Disease training be refreshed?
Many organisations recommend refresher training every one to three years or sooner if guidance changes, workplace responsibilities develop or staff begin supporting individuals with more complex dementia care needs.
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