HMNS 1090 — - Foundations of Gerontology and Elder Care
Using a competency-based approach, this course provides students with specialized skills needed to plan and implement the professional delivery of direct services to senior adults, nursing home residents, the frail and elderly and the chronic or disabled senior patient. Students become familiar with the construction and interpretation of diagnostic assessments as part of senior activity planning that addresses the physical, social and emotional needs of the nursing home client. Note: Grade of C or better required for Human Services program students. Lecture: 3 hours