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Geriatric Psychologist Course

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What will I learn?

Enhance your professional skills with our Geriatric Psychologist Course, specifically tailored for psychology professionals keen on specialising in elder care within Ireland. This in-depth programme will cover key topics such as maintaining cognitive function, psychological interventions for anxiety and loneliness (particularly relevant to the Irish context), and understanding mild cognitive impairment. You'll learn how to set goals, adapt care plans, and communicate effectively with various healthcare providers in Ireland. Discover Irish community resources and social activities designed to enhance the well-being of older adults. Join us to make a real difference in geriatric psychology in Ireland.

Apoia's Advantages

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you'd like to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Set and track goals: Master the art of goal-setting and tracking progress in patient care, with an Irish patient demographic in mind.

Adapt care plans: Learn to adjust care strategies based on patient feedback, considering the specific cultural nuances and needs of patients in Ireland.

Enhance memory: Discover techniques to boost memory and cognitive function, adapted for an aging Irish population.

Manage anxiety: Apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to alleviate anxiety and loneliness, with attention to common issues faced by elderly Irish individuals.

Build connections: Foster social ties through community and online engagement, specifically focusing on Irish-based resources and initiatives.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.