Description:
This course meets the training requirements set forth in the Business and Professions Code Section 4980.395(a) requiring all MFTs, LCSWs and registered interns to complete an approved, 3-hour course on Aging and Long Term Care.
This course will cover the following areas:
- Various living options for the elderly
- Mental Health issues that affect the elderly including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression and Alcoholism Health
- Issues regarding nutrition and activities of daily living
- Common health disorders including Alzheimer's disease, heart disease and diabetes
- Ways to protect the rights of elders including the Ombudsman program, recognizing elder abuse
- The mandated reporting responsibility
Targeted Audience:
MFTs, LCSWs, registered interns and anyone wanting to learn more about the aging process and options for long term care.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Identify different living options available for seniors
- Describe some of the mental health issues that seniors face recognize available treatment options
- Explain the importance of nutrition for elders
- Describe some of the Activities of Daily Living that seniors may need assistance with
- Identify common health issues that seniors face and recognize available treatment options
- Recognize signs of elder abuse
- Explain responsibilities of a mandated reporter
Continuing Education Approved Provider # PCE 3678
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