Postgraduate Certificate in Social Services for Older People
-- ViewingNowThe Postgraduate Certificate in Social Services for Older People is a vital course for those seeking to specialize in gerontological social work. With the global population aging rapidly, the demand for professionals with expertise in this field is increasing.
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• Assessment and Care Planning for Older People: An in-depth examination of the process of assessing the needs of older people and creating individualized care plans, including person-centered care approaches, multidisciplinary teamwork, and legal and ethical considerations.
• Promoting Physical Health and Wellbeing in Later Life: This unit covers the importance of physical health promotion in social services for older people, focusing on topics such as nutrition, exercise, mobility, and managing chronic conditions.
• Mental Health and Dementia Care for Older People: An exploration of the mental health challenges faced by older people, including dementia and depression, and the role of social services in providing appropriate care and support.
• Supporting Older People in the Community: This unit looks at the various community-based services available for older people, including housing, transport, and social activities, and how social services can help older people access and make the most of these resources.
• End of Life Care and Advance Care Planning: An examination of the role of social services in supporting older people approaching the end of life, including advance care planning, palliative care, and bereavement support.
• Promoting Independence and Autonomy in Older People: This unit covers the importance of promoting independence and autonomy in older people, and how social services can support older people to maintain their independence for as long as possible.
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Older People: An exploration of the issue of abuse and neglect of older people, and the role of social services in safeguarding vulnerable older people from harm.
• Research Methods in Social Services for Older People: This unit covers the research methods commonly used in the field of social services for older people, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
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