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The University of Tasmania's Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre offers a free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) called "Understanding Dementia." This world-leading course provides university-quality education about the latest developments in dementia research and care, accessible to anyone with an interest in the subject[1]. The Understanding Dementia MOOC is designed for a diverse audience, including health professionals, caregivers, individuals in the early stages of dementia, policymakers, and those with a general interest in the topic. The course covers three main modules: The Brain, The Diseases, and The Person[1][11]. Participants can expect to spend approximately 3 hours per week engaging with the course content and activities. The course runs for 7 weeks, with a total of 10 weeks of access to the materials[1][4]. Upon completing the final quizzes for all three modules, participants are eligible to download a certificate of completion[1]. Course Content The Understanding Dementia MOOC addresses key issues surrounding dementia, providing: Knowledge to maximize quality of life for people with dementia and their caregivers Opportunities for discussion and networking with an international community Insights from neuroscientists, clinicians, and dementia care professionals[1][11] Benefits of the Course Free and easily accessible No exams or assignments required Flexible learning schedule Certificate of completion available Opportunity to engage with a global community of learners[1][3] FAQ Q: What are the prerequisites for the Understanding Dementia MOOC?A: There are no prerequisites for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their prior knowledge or experience[11]. Q: How long does the Understanding Dementia MOOC run for?A: The course runs for 7 weeks, with scheduled content. However, participants have access to the materials for a total of 10 weeks[1][4]. Q: Are there any exams or assignments in the Understanding Dementia MOOC?A: No, there are no exams or assignments required. The course provides an opportunity to engage with the content without the pressure of formal assessments[1][3]. Q: How much time should I dedicate to the course each week?A: Participants should expect to spend approximately 3 hours per week engaging with the content and completing related course activities[1][4]. Q: Is there a certificate available upon completion?A: Yes, after completing the final quizzes for all three modules of the course, participants are eligible to download a certificate of completion[1]. Q: Who can benefit from this course?A: The course is designed for a wide range of individuals, including health professionals, caregivers, people in the early stages of dementia, social scientists, health policymakers, and anyone with a general interest in dementia[1][3]. For those interested in pursuing further education in dementia care, the University of Tasmania also offers a Dementia Care Degree Program. Successful completion of the Understanding Dementia MOOC qualifies participants to apply for enrollment in their Diploma in Dementia Care under a full HECS scholarship[3]. Citations:[1] https://www.utas.edu.au/wicking/understanding-dementia[2] https://www.palliaged.com.au/Practice-Centre/Training-and-Education/Online-Learning/Dementia-Training-Australia-Online-Courses[3] https://palliativecarensw.org.au/free-understanding-dementia-online-course/[4] https://crm.mooc.utas.edu.au/crm_email.php?edm_email_id=944[5] https://cognitivecare.gov.au/resources/online-learning/[6] https://www.goldcarehomeservices.com/post/free-online-university-courses-understanding-dementia-preventing-dementia[7] https://dementiaresearch.org.au/resources/understanding-dementia-mooc/[8] https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/dementia-training-program[9] https://www.classcentral.com/course/independent-understanding-dementia-981[10] https://www.dementia.org.au/professionals/professional-development-and-training[11] https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0037/356896/dementia_mooc.pdf