The field of brain research is constantly being renewed. Therefore, qualifications such as the present program become essential to offer the best possible treatment"

From a strict point of view, Neuropsychology belongs to the field of Psychology. However, in practice this line is blurred and becomes just another tool for detecting pathologies in the elderly. Especially in primary care. 

Therefore, it is necessary for physicians, regardless of the area, to have notions of Neuropsychology. With special emphasis on the most recent discoveries about the functioning of the brain, as well as the latest psychodiagnostic techniques. For it will be these that will allow the elderly to be treated with greater precision. 

In this sense, the present program proposed by TECH studies neuropsychological and psychopathological alterations in the elderly. Delving into disorders of consciousness and perception, such as loss of attention and memory or isolation and loneliness. 

In a complementary manner, an analysis will be made of the role played by the figure of the elderly in the modern conception of the family. It also provides an updated view of the evaluation and psychodiagnosis of the elderly. 

All this, through a 100% online modality, without timetables and with all the syllabus available from the first day. In this way, the physician will be able to organize themselves according to their needs and reconcile their studies with their personal and professional life. 

Suicide rates in the elderly continue to rise year after year. Throughout this program we will try to answer this and other questions"

The postgraduate diploma in Neuropsychology of the Elderly contains the most complete and up to date educational program on the market. The most important features include:  

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Neuropsychology of the Elderly
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Affective and sleep disorders are present in a large percentage of the elderly. Through the keys that you will find in this program, you will be able to define its origin"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Recent studies have revealed new reasons for the occurrence of stress in the elderly. Throughout this postgraduate diploma, we will reveal what they are"

Enroll in TECH and get up to date with the studies that highlight the relevance of the family in the appearance of neuropsychological pathologies in the elderly"

The postgraduate diploma in Neuropsychology of the Elderly focuses on the analysis of the most recent neuropsychological research. Seeking to provide the most up to date diagnostic and treatment tools. So that practitioners can implement them in their practice. In addition, a review of the role of the elderly in the family. For it is the main agent of socialization for the elderly. 

The increase in life expectancy is accentuating certain pathologies derived from cognitive deterioration. Enroll in TECH to learn the latest palliative techniques"

General Objectives

• Update knowledge in Neuropsychology through the latest studies and research 
• Provide notions of Neuropsychology to professionals in specialties other than psychology 
• Understanding the role of the family in the neuropsychological processes of the elderly 
• Provide knowledge about the latest techniques of evaluation and psychodiagnosis 

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Physiological and Neuropsychological Changes in the Elderly 

• Understand the changes that occur in the central nervous system during aging 
• Define the influence of psychopathologies and neuropathologies on disorders of consciousness and perception in the elderly 
• Understand affective behaviors in old age 
• Understand the sleep disorders in old age 

Module 2. Aging and Family 

• Define the concept of family 
• Identify the processes and factors that regulate family life 
• Know the advantages of having a functional family in old age 
• Deepen in the support mechanisms that exist within the family 
• Understand the changes that the 70's crisis can generate in the elderly 
• Understand how the concept of family is evolving 
• Understand the needs of the elderly in order to age successfully 

Module 3. Health and Disease Assessment in Old Age 

• Conduct a physical, psychological and social evaluation 
• Determine how psychological and social factors affect physical activity 
• Observe the ability to solve problems 

By taking this program you will share the same objective as TECH teachers: to deepen your neuropsychological knowledge to the maximum"