Supporting Elderly with Special Needs

EQF Level 4

6 ECTS

Supporting Elderly with Special Needs

Start
TBC 2022
Module Type
Compulsory
Price
AED 220
Part-Time
6 sessions
ECTS Credits
6 ECTS

Module Description

In this module, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to enhance the wellbeing of elderly persons with developmental or physical disabilities. You will learn how to act as a link between the elderly, the family and the interdisciplinary team.

The module covers different developmental and physical disabilities, whilst examining the role of the healthcare professional in patient advocacy through a holistic care approach.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply must be in possession of at least one of the following:

 

  • a pass in English Language and Mathematics;

OR

  • an MQF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (‘O’ Level or equivalent).

Target Audience

This course is targeted at:

  • candidates seeking a career and a formal qualification in elderly care;
  • candidates who wish to progress in their studies along the Further and Higher Education route, whilst broadening their chances of advancing in their own career path.

How you’ll be assessed

The method of assessment is assignment-based.

Assignment
Discussions

Module Intake Dates

TBC 2022
Dubai
Price
AED 220

Additional Info

Reading for the entire Certificate in Elderly Care as presented in this brochure costs $2,200.*

Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.**

*Prices are applicable to students who reside in the UAE at the time of applying.

** For the price of individual modules, please contact the IDEA Academy team.

 

Accredited
Skip to content