Why study at TECH?

The elderly require specific care because of their age. Specialize to treat them with total guarantees and help to improve their health"

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Nursing is a health branch that influences all specialties, including those related to mental health. Therefore, having specific and complete knowledge in this field will allow to offer a more personalized care to patients, who, belonging to the elderly, require specific care.

This program is unique in its field, as it is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge to intervene as a psychogeriatric nurse specialist. It is also unique because it incorporates for the first time the variable of psychotherapy for the elderly, changing the rhythms of intervention that we perform in adult psychotherapy.

This high-quality program has been created by the main professionals in the field and with the most up-to-date contents, so that professionals only have to be willing to study.

In addition, as it is a 100% online education, nurses can combine the study of this Postgraduate diploma with the rest of their daily obligations, choosing at all times where and when to study. A high-level program that will take nursing professionals to the highest level in their field.

Become qualified with this high-quality Postgraduate diploma and give a boost to your profession"

This Postgraduate diploma in Psychogeriatrics of Health and Illness for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

  • Practical cases presented by experts in Psychogeriatrics
  • The graphic, schematic, and 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 in Psychogeriatrics of Health and Illness for Nursing
  • 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

In this program you will be able to update your knowledge in psychogeriatrics, covering it from a psychological and health point of view" 

The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of psychogeriatrics, who bring their experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals to learn in a contextual and situated learning environment, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare you for real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, through which nurses will have to try to solve different professional practice situations that will be presented to them throughout the academic program. To do this, professionals will have the help of an innovative interactive video system developed by recognized experts in Psychogeriatrics of Health and Illness forNursing, and with great experience.

Continue your education with us and increase your decision-making confidence"

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Don't miss the opportunity to improve your professional skills. We offer you the best teaching methodology and the latest educational technology"

Syllabus

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the psychogeriatrics sector, with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of reviewed, studied and diagnosed cases, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to education.

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Module 1. Old Age from an Anthropological Perspective

1.1. From Cicero to Marañón
1.2. Aging as a Complex Infinite Process
1.3. “Aging is the Only Way to Live a Long Time” Auber
1.4. Cultural Anthropology and “Respect” as a Word that Describes the Elderly
1.5. History of the Concept of Old Age
1.6. Study of Old Age from the Perspective of Psychogeriatrics and Psychogerontology

Module 2. Assessment of Health and Illness in Old Age

2.1. Physical and Mental Health Aging
2.2. Physical Evaluation

2.2.1. Medical History
2.2.2. General Physical Examination
2.2.3. Analysis
2.2.4. Neurological Examination
2.2.5. Other Explorations

2.3. Psychic Assessment

2.3.1. Medical History
2.3.2. Life History
2.3.3. Cognitive Assessment
2.3.4. Assessment of Memory and Attention
2.3.5. Behavioral Assessment
2.3.6. Evaluation of the Most Common Psychological Disorders in Old Age

2.4. Social Assessment

2.4.1. Social Network Shared
2.4.2. Belonging to a Group
2.4.3. How Many Friends Do They Have at This Moment?
2.4.4. How Many Friends Did They Previously Have?
2.4.5. Economic Capacity
2.4.6. Recent and Previous Relationships
2.4.7. Social Implication

2.5. Physical Aging
2.6. Physical Activity

2.6.1. Autonomy of Movement
2.6.2. Capacity to Travel or Move Around
2.6.3. Motor Coordination
2.6.4. Level of Tiredness and Fatigue
2.6.5. Daily Life Activities

2.7. Mental Activity

2.7.1. Ability to Read
2.7.2. Ability to Have a Discussion
2.7.3. Flexibility/Rigidity in Reasoning
2.7.4. Creativity in Old Age

2.8. Problem Solving Activities

2.8.1. Ability to Maintain a Conversation
2.8.2. Break Out of the Monologue
2.8.3. Empathize
2.8.4. Conflict Resolution
2.8.5. Allow Win-Win Relationships

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A unique, key, and decisive educational experience to boost your professional development”

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychogeriatrics in Health and Illness for Nursing

Nowadays, health care for the elderly is a subject of vital importance. Psychogeriatrics, a specialty that combines the knowledge of psychology and geriatrics, has become a fundamental discipline to understand and meet the needs of this population group. At TECH Global University, we have developed the Postgraduate Diploma program in Psychogeriatrics of Health and Illness for Nursing, with the objective of providing nursing professionals with the necessary tools to offer comprehensive and quality care to older adults.

Our program is delivered through online classes, which gives you the flexibility to study from anywhere and at any time. You no longer have to worry about commuting or rigid schedules, because now you can adapt your lessons to your own schedule and learning pace.

Stand out in the field of psychogeriatric care with our specialized training.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Psychogeriatrics in Health and Illness for Nursing will provide you with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to understand the psychological and emotional aspects related to aging and the diseases of old age. You will learn how to assess and address cognitive and mood disorders in the elderly, as well as how to design individualized care plans focused on the specific needs of each patient.

At TECH Global University, we have a team of professional experts in psychogeriatrics, who will guide you throughout the program and provide you with the necessary support for your professional growth. In addition, you will have access to cutting-edge educational resources and state-of-the-art tools that will allow you to develop your skills in the field of psychogeriatrics.

If you are looking to expand your knowledge and skills in the health care of older adults, the Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Illness Psychogeriatrics for Nursing from TECH Global University is the ideal choice. Enroll now and become a leader in psychogeriatric care!