(Also see Basic Nurse Assistant Training, Medical Assistant, and Nursing)
The goal of the Person-Centered Elder Support certificate is to give students the tools to effectively work with elders in the home setting as an in-home support worker or family caregiver. The curriculum offers a basic study of educational concepts and practices for the care and safety of elders experiencing normal aging. Sensory, physical, and psycho-social changes of aging, normal aging, myths of aging, and culture change will be discussed.
Courses focus on effective person-centered communication techniques that promote quality relationships between caregivers and elders, and emphasize adaptive services as the elder experiences changes in his or her health or abilities. A dementia component is included which covers concepts and practices for the care and safety of elders experiencing various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
Students are required to complete a fingerprint criminal background check and have no disqualifying convictions in order to be awarded a Person-Centered Elder Support Certificate.
Admission Requirements: Students should have a desire to learn about assisting elders with their needs in the home setting.
Person-Centered Elder Support Certificate
3 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0034
This certificate can be completed in one semester.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses for a Certificate | ||
| ECS 101 | The World of the Elder | 1 |
| ECS 102 | Person-Centered Communication | 1 |
| ECS 103 | Dementia Care of the Elder | 1 |
| Total Hours | 3 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Describe techniques and practices to promote elder independence and safety while caring for elders as they experience normal aging.
- Demonstrate communication techniques necessary to build a relationship with an elder in need of care.
- Apply effective strategies and techniques for care of an elder with dementia.
Elder Care Support Courses
Fee: $40