Centre Assessment Guidance for CMI Level 3 Diploma in ...

Level 3 Diploma in Commissioning, Procurement and Contracting Centre Assessment GuidanceTitle:Understand the process and experience of DementiaLevel: 3 Unit Number: DEM301QCA UnitNumber:J/601/3538Credit value: 3 Guided LearningHours22Learning outcomesAssessment criteriaThe learner will:The learner can:1. Understand the neurology of dementia 1.1 Describe a range of causes of dementiasyndrome1.2 Describe the types of memory impairmentcommonly experienced by individuals withdementia1.3 Explain the way that individuals processinformation with reference to the abilities andlimitations of individuals with dementia1.4 Explain how other factors can causechanges in an individual’s condition that maynot be attributable to dementia1.5 Explain why the abilities and needs of anindividual with dementia may fluctuate2. Understand the impact of recognitionand diagnosis of dementia2.1 Describe the impact of early diagnosis andfollow up to diagnosis2.2 Explain the importance of recordingpossible signs or symptoms of dementia in anindividual in line with agreed ways of working2.3 Explain the process of reporting possiblesigns of dementia within agreed ways ofworking2.4 Describe the possible impact of receiving adiagnosis of dementia on• the individual• their family and friends3. Understand how dementia care must beunderpinned by a person centred approach3.1 Compare a person centred and a nonperson centred approach to dementia care3.2 Describe a range of different techniquesthat can be used to meet the fluctuating abilitiesand needs of the individual with dementia3.3 Describe how myths and stereotypesrelated to dementia may affect the individualand their carers3.4 Describe ways in which individuals andVersion 1 – Feb 11 Page 44 of 73