Dementia and Neurodiversity

This course aims to educate on the different types of dementia and how we can support and aid our patients. It also gives an insight into neurodiverse patients and members of staff.

CategoryOnline Dental CPD Hub

Location

Online

Outcomes

To understand what dementia is.
To understand the challenges faced for patients with dementia.
Recognise different types of dementia and their signs and symptoms.
Understand challenges faced by patients with dementia and how we can accommodate their needs.
To understand what neurodiversity is
To understand how neurodiversity can affect patients and dental professionals
Be aware of reasonable adjustments and adaptations to practise to accommodate neurodivergence in dental patients and dental professionals

Aims

This CPD module relates to GDC development outcomes A,C,D.

This CPD module gives 1 hour of verifiable CPD.

Last review: May 2026

Next review: May 2027

Details

Verified hours: 1 hours
GDC outcomes: A,B,C

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