This face-to-face full day workshop uses a variety of facilitation of learning methods to enhance participants knowledge and practice in dementia care.
All health and social care staff are welcome
Please note: the workshop focuses on developing assessment skills to meet the needs ofpeople living with dementia in health and social care settings.
Intended Learning outcomes:
By the end of the day participants will:
- Understand causes for distress associated with dementia and how to begin toaddress these.
- Apply a person-centred approach to dementia care.
- Have increased knowledge of the biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors which impact on the person with dementia wellbeing.
- Assess the needs of the person with dementia using the biopsychosocial model.


Pre Learning Activity
We advise pre-course completion of TURAS dementia informed level dementia modules, which consists of 5 short videos
To access this resources you will need a TURAS account – this is easy to do and anyone working in health and social in Scotland can create their own account.
Once you have accessed (or created) your TURAS account, you can access the learning resources through the green button below:
If you are having difficulties finding the resources once you are in TURAS, there is additional guidance and prompts on a separate page: Accessing dementia learning resources on TURAS
Dates and Locations

How to Book
For NHS Staff please book via eESS.
For Staff who do not use NHS eESS:
- Download the Booking Form below
- Return completed form to : loth.trainingandeducationcarehomes@nhs.scot
NHS Lothian will carry out its educational functions in a way that is inclusive to all learners. We strive to minimise any barriers to learning. If a course attendee requires additional support, please contact the Course Administrator at loth.trainingandeducation.carehomes@nhs.scot
Further Learning Opportunities
For further information, or to discuss discuss your education needs please contact NHS Lothian Clinical Education Team in the first instance: Email Clinical Education Team












