About This Course
This course provides you with all the necessary tools to perform effectively in providing assistance, care, attention, and motivation to healthy and pathologic Older Adults; whether in homes, clinics, nursing homes, etc.
In our society the older adult plays a fundamental role. That is why we train you to provide comprehensive assistance to this population under study, stimulating their mental and physical capacities and integrating them into activities of their family, social, and belonging groups.
The development of the program to be taught takes into account the biological, psychological, and social aspects of the Older Adult, which will enable the Gerontological Assistant to develop strategies for Health Promotion and disease prevention.
Learning Objectives
introduce the student to the field of gerontology and highlight the importance of caring for older adults.
Develop the profile of the gerontological assistant, identifying the necessary skills and knowledge.
Understand the key aspects of health and aging in older adults.
Analyze the most common diseases and disorders in this population.
Study the social, psychological, and emotional considerations related to aging.
Become familiar with vital signs and preventive measures.
Learn about terminal patient care and support.
Understand the importance of institutionalization and home-based care.
Acquire knowledge about falls, fractures, and preventive measures.
Develop skills for gathering information in the medical history.
Material Includes
- Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.
- Official Certificate issued by the corresponding authorized entities. It will incur an additional issuance fee and will require completing a final evaluation that validates the knowledge acquired.
Requirements
- Asynchronous modality, that is, totally flexible to your schedule. You will be able to study, train, inform yourself, and add complementary details in the time you have and when you can.
Target Audience
- People interested in working in the field of care and assistance for older adults.
- Students and graduates of programs related to health and the care of older adults.
- Health professionals who wish to specialize in the field of gerontology and expand their knowledge in the care of older adults.
- Caregivers and family members of older adults who wish to acquire skills and knowledge to provide better care at home.
- Staff of nursing homes and care centers for older adults seeking to train their personnel in best practices for gerontological care.
- People seeking employment opportunities in the field of assistance and care for older adults, both in private homes and gerontological care institutions.
Curriculum
29 Lecciones72h
Introduction to Gerontological Care
This unit provides an introduction to the course and to the field of gerontological care. Introductory concepts, the profile of the gerontological assistant, and key conceptualizations in the health field are explored. The distinction between the health status of the well and ill older adult is analyzed, as well as general considerations about aging in the population.
Course presentation0:41
Introduction0:41
Introductory concepts.2:54
Profile of the gerontological assistant.1:35
Conceptualizations regarding the health field.3:04
The well and ill older adult. General considerations.2:32
Aging in the population. Demographic considerations.2:57
Vital signs2:15
Biology and physiology of aging.2:00
Practical Assignment 1
Cognitive and Emotional Aspects in Gerontology
This unit addresses the cognitive and emotional aspects related to aging. Sensory factors, perception, cognitive functions, and higher brain functions are studied. Stress and the general adaptation syndrome are also explored, as well as the risk factors that can lead to decline and disease in older adults.
Social and Psychological Aspects in Gerontology
This unit analyzes the social and psychological aspects of aging. It explores neurophysiological considerations, cognitive alterations in older adults, and senile and reversible dementias. Specific dementias are also studied, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Pick's disease.
Specific Topics in Gerontology
This unit explores specific topics in the field of gerontology. It examines life after retirement and the stage of old age. In addition, it addresses care for the terminal patient and the institutionalization of the older adult. Falls and fractures are also studied, as well as the importance of taking an initial medical history.
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