- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Free
Elder Care
Issued by
Albion College
Earners will be able to understand the complexity of aging in the United States, know what resources are available to older adults, and examine the policies that determine how society cares for seniors. Earners will be able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect toward diverse older adult populations. Earners will be able to understand how to teach older adults how to effectively use technology and provide them with non-clinical care and assistance.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Free
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Complete a ten-hour online course about aging in a United States context and effectively integrating technology into older adults’ lives.
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Complete a reflection about effective communication, safety, and policies and agencies working to provide elder care in the local community.
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Complete a reflection regarding aging-in-place and its impact on seniors in the local community with an emphasis on how technology can provide benefits for aging-in-place.
Standards
Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.
Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance efficiencies, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.