Care of the Elderly with Depression
Short course
In Colchester
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Colchester
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Duration
1 Day
Depression in the elderly is an overlooked problem. This course is designed for care staff who wish to increase their understanding of depression in the elderly and to develop the appropriate skills to help clients overcome the debilitating problem of depression.
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About this course
To be working with people in the care field.
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Course programme
Depression in the elderly is an overlooked problem. This course is designed for care staff who wish to increase their understanding of depression in the elderly and to develop the appropriate skills to help clients overcome the debilitating problem of depression.
Program
Course objectives/key benefits:
By the end of the course delegates will understand and be able to recognise clinical depression in the elderly, as well as being able to develop effective treatment and care programmes for elderly clients with depression.
Who the course is aimed at:
Anyone who works with the elderly.
Course content:
· Understanding depression in the elderly
· Causes of depression in the elderly
· Recognising depression in the elderly
· Treatment and nursing care of elderly clients with depression
Course tutor:
Amanda Cowan MSc Occupational Psychology; BSc Psychology
Training method:
Presented in a highly interactive format including discussion and group work.
Course outcome/qualification:
PTC Certificate of Attendance.
Pre-requisite knowledge/qualification:
To be working with people in the care field.
Recommended follow-up courses:
· Care of the Elderly with Schizophrenia
· Care of the Elderly with Anxiety Disorders
· Abuse in Vulnerable Adults
· Working with Dementia
· Managing Stress in the Care Sector
Care of the Elderly with Depression