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Qualitative Research in Aged and Dementia Care CAD305

By University of Tasmania

  • Advanced Practice/Expertise
  • One 13 week semester
  • Online Course
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This unit will identify and examine some of the principal qualitative methods used in dementia care and aged care research. Students will gain a critical awareness of the nature of qualitative evidence and its role in informing quality care for older people and people with dementia This unit of study is part of the Bachelor of Dementia Care, offered by the University of Tasmania.

Domains:
Human Rights, Ethics and Supporting Autonomy

Cost:
fee-for-service

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) :
Not Available

Learning Outcomes

  1. Describe the role of qualitative research in expanding understandings of ageing, older age, and dementia.
  2. Distinguish between various qualitative methodologies and their contributions to knowledge about ageing, older age, and dementia.
  3. Compare the different types of knowledge and evidence obtained by using qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
  4. Discuss ethical and legal considerations relevant to the conduct of qualitative research with 'vulnerable' individuals or groups.
  5. Reflect upon how qualitative research findings can be used to enhance the quality of life of older people and people living with dementia.
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