Eldercare | Singapore University of Social Sciences

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Eldercare (SWK358)

Applications Open: 01 October 2019

Applications Close: 15 December 2019

Next Available Intake: January 2020

Course Types: To be confirmed

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: To be confirmed

Area of Interest: Social Services

Schemes: To be confirmed

Funding: To be confirmed

Synopsis

Eldercare is a course that will cover the various aspects of ageing and experiences of older persons that may be of concern. Prime importance will be given to health-related issues and caregiving responsibilities and resources. The ageing process and its consequences as well as the accompanying psycho-social implications will be covered to prepare the student to manage eldercare competently when confronted with them.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every semester
E-Learning: BLENDED - Learning is done MAINLY online using interactive study materials in Canvas. Students receive guidance and support from online instructors via discussion forums and emails. This is supplemented with SOME face-to-face sessions. If the course has an exam component, this will be administered on-campus.

Topics

Our Nation’s Elders: The facts
Biologic Ageing: Theories and Longevity
Changes in the Body with Age
Physical and Mental illnesses
Caregiving
Prevention and Health Promotion
Ageing in Place
Dying, Death and Grief
Eldercare Services

Learning Outcome

Analyse the ageing process and the related theories.
Explain the challenges of elder caregiving.
Discuss the physical, psychological and social needs of the elderly.
Appraise and criticise the policies around elder care and elder needs.
Apply the values, knowledge and skills needed in working with the elderly.
Plan and develop services to meet elderly need