Many older adults will need care in the near future. Your parents, grandparents, and other relatives might already be in need of some help. This course, written by a registered nurse with over 40 years' experience, will give you the information you need to provide the best care to these people.
Providing care is an important job and knowledge is the best way to prevent injuries for those in your care. This course includes information on home and community resources, potential health concerns, basic care essentials, and potential challenges for caregivers.
Whether you are caring for a relative or work at a senior home, taking care of someone can be one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences, but it can also be filled with many frustrations. This course guides you as you learn how to deal with the day-to-day challenges and responsibilities of elder care.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Module 1: Introduction
- The Aging Process
- Caregiving in the 21st century
- Promoting wellness and longevity
- Common challenges
Module 2: Home And Community Resources
- Safety in the home
- Legal and financial information
- End of life planning
- Resources for care
Module 3: Health Concerns
- Dementias
- Emotional and behavioral challenges
- Physical challenges
- Comprehensive treatment
Module 4: Basic Care
- Nutrition and Eating
- Hygiene
- Mobility
- Medication Management
Module 5: Challenges For Caregivers
- End-of-life Changes
- Hospice
- Caring for the Caregiver
- Resources for Caregiver Support
Who is this course for?
- Anyone who is considering a role in caring for an older adult, whether this is in a career as a geriatric nurse, a carer at a nursing home, or through volunteer with older adults
- People with elderly relatives who would like to make sure that they are able to give the best care possible.
- Everyone. We can all benefit from learning how to provide exceptional care and the peace of mind that we are caring for the loved older adults in our lives to the absolute best of our ability.
Career path
This course could lead you to discovering the joys of nursing, working as a carer in a nursing home or assisted living facility, or considering a path towards working with older adults as a doctor. Many medical fields are focused on caring for older adults, and it may be that you find the passion of your life in one of them!
You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.
Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) and the The International Association of Private Career Colleges (www.iapcc.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.
Patricia Bratianu
Expertise: Nursing
Patricia Bratianu is a Registered Nurse with forty years of experience in a wide array of inpatient and outpatient settings. She is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. Patricia earned a PhD in Natural Health. Her goal is to empower patients and healthcare workers.
Many older adults will need care in the near future. Your parents, grandparents, and other relatives might already be in need of some help. This course, written by a registered nurse with over 40 years' experience, will give you the information you need to provide the best care to these people.
Providing care is an important job and knowledge is the best way to prevent injuries for those in your care. This course includes information on home and community resources, potential health concerns, basic care essentials, and potential challenges for caregivers.
Whether you are caring for a relative or work at a senior home, taking care of someone can be one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences, but it can also be filled with many frustrations. This course guides you as you learn how to deal with the day-to-day challenges and responsibilities of elder care.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Module 1: Introduction
- The Aging Process
- Caregiving in the 21st century
- Promoting wellness and longevity
- Common challenges
Module 2: Home And Community Resources
- Safety in the home
- Legal and financial information
- End of life planning
- Resources for care
Module 3: Health Concerns
- Dementias
- Emotional and behavioral challenges
- Physical challenges
- Comprehensive treatment
Module 4: Basic Care
- Nutrition and Eating
- Hygiene
- Mobility
- Medication Management
Module 5: Challenges For Caregivers
- End-of-life Changes
- Hospice
- Caring for the Caregiver
- Resources for Caregiver Support
Who is this course for?
- Anyone who is considering a role in caring for an older adult, whether this is in a career as a geriatric nurse, a carer at a nursing home, or through volunteer with older adults
- People with elderly relatives who would like to make sure that they are able to give the best care possible.
- Everyone. We can all benefit from learning how to provide exceptional care and the peace of mind that we are caring for the loved older adults in our lives to the absolute best of our ability.
Career path
This course could lead you to discovering the joys of nursing, working as a carer in a nursing home or assisted living facility, or considering a path towards working with older adults as a doctor. Many medical fields are focused on caring for older adults, and it may be that you find the passion of your life in one of them!
Patricia Bratianu
Expertise: Nursing
Patricia Bratianu is a Registered Nurse with forty years of experience in a wide array of inpatient and outpatient settings. She is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. Patricia earned a PhD in Natural Health. Her goal is to empower patients and healthcare workers.
