Course Description

Step into the critical world of elder advocacy with our Advocacy for Elderly Patients course—a powerful, self-paced learning experience designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of our aging population. As families increasingly face the responsibility of caring for elderly loved ones, understanding how to advocate effectively is more important than ever. In this course, you’ll learn to be a champion for seniors, mastering the essential principles of elderly patient care, including navigating complex healthcare systems, preventing elder abuse, and ensuring quality of life across various care environments.

This course not only empowers you to safeguard the legal and personal rights of elderly patients but also provides you with the tools to become a voice for those who may struggle to speak for themselves. You'll dive deep into the nuances of creating safe living environments, understanding elder care facilities, and navigating healthcare options—all while learning how to preserve the independence and dignity of seniors. From mastering advance directives to preventing elder abuse, this course will prepare you to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the elderly and their families.

Whether you aim to become a professional advocate or simply wish to enhance the care of a loved one, this course offers the knowledge and confidence you need to ensure that seniors receive the compassionate, respectful care they deserve. Join thousands of students in taking this transformative step towards becoming an advocate for the elderly and a true guardian of their rights and dignity.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe a advocate for the elderly is and what the job entails.
  • Summarize how to maintain and preserve the dignity of the elderly.
  • Describe methods for recognizing and preventing elder abuse.
  • Describe quality of life issues.
  • Identify methods and techniques for providing safe environments.
  • Summarize patient care advocacy in home-based settings and nursing homes.
  • Identify nursing home resident's rights and elderly legal rights.
  • Identify red flags when determining proper elder care.
  • Summarize the processes of death and dying, what to expect, and how to cope and support.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 
 

Assessment Guide

Assessment Points
An Introduction 1 points
Lesson 1 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 1 Exam 10 points
Lesson 2 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 2 Exam 10 points
Lesson 3 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 3 Exam 9 points
Lesson 4 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 4 Exam 9 points
Lesson 5 Exam 10 points
Lesson 6 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 6 Exam 8 points
Lesson 7 Exam 9 points
Lesson 8 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 8 Exam 8 points
Lesson 9 Exam 7 points
Lesson 10 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 10 Exam 10 points
Lesson 11 Assignment 1 points
Lesson 11 Exam 10 points
The Final Exam 50 points
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