Mental Health and Wellbeing in Older Adults CAD210

By University of Tasmania

Enhanced Practice
One 13 week semester
Online Course

Access on https://www.utas.edu.au/

This unit will examine key concepts around mental health and wellbeing of older adults. You will examine how different mental health conditions and adjustment concerns impact older adults. The unit will explore attitudes and stereotypes around mental health and wellbeing and reflect on how this shapes our understanding of older age. You will also learn about evidence based interventions, strategies, and support services used to assist older adults to optimise their mental health and wellbeing. This unit of study is part of the Diploma of Ageing Studies and Services, offered by the University of Tasmania.

Domains:
Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health

Cost:
fee-for-service

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) :
Not Available

Learning Outcomes

Explain key concepts related to mental health and wellbeing of older adults
Use evidence, as well as personal experience, to reflect on knowledge and attitudes around mental health and wellbeing in older age.
Describe person-centred strategies, interventions, and support services that are used to assist the mental health and wellbeing of older adults