Module #1 Introduction to Senior Care Overview of the senior care industry, role of a Senior Care Specialist, and importance of senior care
Module #2 Aging Process and Gerontology Understanding the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur with aging, and the study of gerontology
Module #3 Senior Care Settings Exploring different senior care settings, including assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, and home care
Module #4 Senior Care Services Overview of senior care services, including medical, social, and recreational services
Module #5 Assessing Senior Needs Understanding how to assess the needs of seniors, including physical, emotional, and social needs
Module #6 Creating a Senior Care Plan Developing a comprehensive care plan for seniors, including goal setting and care coordination
Module #7 Communication and Interpersonal Skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with seniors and their families
Module #8 Cultural Competence in Senior Care Understanding cultural diversity and its impact on senior care, and strategies for culturally competent care
Module #9 Common Senior Health Issues Overview of common health issues affecting seniors, including chronic conditions and age-related diseases
Module #10 Medication Management for Seniors Understanding medication management principles and strategies for seniors
Module #11 Nutrition and Hydration for Seniors Importance of nutrition and hydration for seniors, and strategies for promoting healthy eating habits
Module #12 Safety and Fall Prevention Strategies for promoting safety and preventing falls in seniors, including environmental modifications and behavioral interventions
Module #13 Dementia Care and Management Understanding dementia, its impact on seniors, and strategies for providing person-centered care
Module #14 Working with Family Caregivers Understanding the role of family caregivers, and strategies for supporting and engaging them in senior care
Module #15 Ethical Considerations in Senior Care Exploring ethical considerations in senior care, including confidentiality, autonomy, and informed consent
Module #16 Documentation and Record-Keeping Importance of accurate documentation and record-keeping in senior care, including electronic health records
Module #17 Care Transitions and Coordination Strategies for facilitating care transitions and coordination for seniors, including discharge planning and follow-up care
Module #18 Senior Care Technology and Innovation Exploring technology and innovation in senior care, including telehealth, wearables, and care management platforms
Module #19 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Senior Care Understanding the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in senior care, and strategies for promoting inclusive care
Module #20 Senior Care Advocacy Understanding the role of advocacy in senior care, and strategies for promoting senior rights and empowerment
Module #21 Caregiver Burnout and Self-Care Recognizing the risks of caregiver burnout, and strategies for promoting self-care and well-being
Module #22 Senior Care Regulations and Policy Overview of senior care regulations and policy, including state and federal laws and regulations
Module #23 Care Coordination and Case Management Understanding the principles and practices of care coordination and case management in senior care
Module #24 Palliative and End-of-Life Care Understanding palliative and end-of-life care, including symptom management and bereavement support
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Senior Care Specialist career
