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Medication Use in Older Adults (in PDC in Community-Led Approach to Healthy Ageing in Specialist Diploma in Gerontology (Community Care Practice))

Training Provider: Temasek Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2024045551
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About This Course

This course is jointly offered by Ren Ci Learning Academy (RCLA) and Temasek Polytechnic (TP). It aims to provide in-service staff and new entrants with a sound theoretical understanding of gerontology and practical skills and knowledge to engage, support and empower older adults and their families in the community. The course also aims to deepen skillsets for in-service staff such as Program Executives and CCEs to enhance their proficiency in leading programme development and volunteer management.

What You'll Learn

This subject will introduce basic knowledge on common medication use and possible effects on the cognitive and physical well-being of older adults. The focus will be on equipping participants with skills to conduct medical and medication history-taking and support medication adherence in older adults.

Entry Requirements

A Polytechnic Diploma or ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Learn Technical Diploma / Work-Study Diploma or equivalent

OR

A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

OR

A Post-Secondary Certificate with at least 3 Years of relevant
working experience


Applicants with other equivalent academic qualifications and/or working experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Course Details

Duration 15 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled New course
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