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"What is Cultural Competence" should be taken by any professional working with others and serving any population.  As an empower, productive service provider in any field, this course provides tools and insight necessary to best understand the rich diversity of American society as it is today.  While it is important to recognize that humans are humans, there are varying degrees of difference that enable us to be providers who...

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With over 99% of the American public having limited sense of cultural competency as it pertains to their healthcare, it is incumbent upon health care service providers to be able to communicate to the best of their ability.

This course discusses specific cultures and their respective perceptions of pain and illness.  This primer course proves that there are differences in how pain and “hurt” are...

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A variety of organizations will be discussed, as well as initiatives designed to promote healthy outcomes that address social determinants of health.  Insight into community components will be shared and students will identify tools to unveil patient services within their community.  Students will learn about CMS initiatives to coordinate patient care with outside organizations as healthcare providers collaborate with social services to promote healthy communities. 

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Loneliness is a precursor to all major illnesses, it can also be a side effect of chronic illness or life transition and can have a direct impact on physical and mental health.  Some experts consider loneliness an epidemic, forced social distancing has caused many older people to be isolated which can also exacerbate and impact feelings of loneliness.  It is important to note that loneliness is an normanl feeling...

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Over 80% of physical and mental well-being comes from how we live our lives.  Non-clinical aspects of well-being are directly impacted from our choices and social determinants of health.  This course explores how our environment, self care, and personal choice improves our mood, enhances feelings of joy.  Learn how finding joy can improve the lives of those you serve while empowering them to make meaningful choices for healthy outcomes.

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Over the next decade, we will see an increase in the number of seniors, relative to other demographics.  In order to provide the greatest care, have pertinent perspective, and minimize any implicit bias, it’s important for healthcare professionals to understand this population.  This course will provide insight, current information, and suggestions to working, treating, and interacting with an aging population in an appropriate way. 

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Research shows that almost 40% of men over 50 discuss sexual health with their providers.  The perception of sexual activity amongst the senior population has resulted in limited information that minimizes access to information pertaining to health, privacy, consent, STIs, and living in communities and long-term care facilities.  We all want to live full lives with meaningful relationships, as professionals it’s important to be fully aware of sexuality and...

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This course provides a detailed description of varied options supporting the well-being of older adults throughout the trajectory of the senior life course. While the term aging in place expresses a desire shared by many older adults, it is imperative for the environment to support the realities of the aging body, physical and mental changes, and the ability to access meaningful relationships that can ensure psychosocial needs are met....

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Overview of Geriatric Assessment is an amalgamation of pertinent information for healthcare professionals to consider when providing care to older adults. Specific assessment tools are covered, in addition to specific insights into perspectives on aging that are directly correlated to health and well-being. Views on aging and awareness of age-related changes are discussed to offer additional tools for providers who are seeking an understanding of the older adult demographic....

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This course is designed to provide an overview into aspects of the older adult population as a cohort, understanding of different types of dementias, and thorough insight into the different cognitive assessment tools. It should be noted that these assessment tools vary based on symptoms and input from patient caregivers, and they are not necessarily diagnostic tools; rather they are tools that can unveil potential signs and symptoms of...

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This course is designed to train staff who have direct contact with people who have Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias (ADRD). Lessons will provide an understanding of and insight into ADRD, the definition of dementia, an overview of the brain, and how these diseases impact its functioning. Specific characteristics and stages of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) will be discussed along with recommendations to communicate with the person with ADRD and...

Course Description:

As an empower, productive service provider in any field, this course provides tools and insight necessary to best understand the rich diversity of American society as it is today.  While it is important to recognize that humans are humans, there are varying degrees of difference that enable us to be providers who have that additional compassion and empathy that make service recipients get the service they deserve, with fewer...

Course Description:

With over 99% of the American public having limited sense of cultural competency as it pertains to their healthcare, it is incumbent upon health care service providers to be able to communicate to the best of their ability.

This course discusses specific cultures and their respective perceptions of pain and illness.  This primer course proves that there are differences in how pain and “hurt” are...