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Caring for Elderly People

Online Course

About the CPD Course

This online course will give you an understanding of developmental psychology, gerontology, ageing, and how it happens. You will learn the common stereotypes of older people, how stereotyping affects older people, life stages and theories, and what to expect in older age. In addition, this online course will teach you mental health issues in old age, such as memory-related issues, learning disabilities, Alzheimer’s diseases, and dementia. You will also learn the quality of life, loneliness factors in the elderly population, and steps to cope with grief and bereavement. By the end of the course, you will have some knowledge in mental health and old age, steps to improve health and wellbeing, the quality of life, mild and severe depression, and fear of dying.

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Lead Academy

Lead Academy

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CPD Subsectors

Online & E-learning
Adult & Continuing Education
Educational Resources