Care of the Elderly

Course Objectives

• Understand and demonstrate good work practices in the provision of care for older people

• Understand the concept of the ageing process

• Satisfy the needs of older people in a variety of care settings

• Enhance the quality of life for the older person
  
  

Assessment Structure

Students will be assessed on both the theoretical and practical elements of the course through:

• Project Work
  
  

• Skills Demonstration

Course Syllabus

• The physiological and psychological process of ageing

• Social attitudes to ageing people

• Impact of the ageing process on the older person

• Promotion of positive attitudes to the ageing process

• Identify care settings and services available for older people

• Current provision of care settings and support services for older people

• The role of the health care assistant when working with an older person

• Identify physical, emotional and social needs of the older person

• Caring for Older People with specific needs

• Effective communication with the older person

• Promotion of advocacy, empowerment, independence, dignity and respect of the older person.

• The role of the family/carer

• Personal effectiveness in the workplace