Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Drug Management Principles
Geriatric Drug Management Principles: Enhance your skills in safe prescribing for older adults, improve patient outcomes, and advance your career with our…
Geriatric Drug Management Principles This graduate certificate program is designed for healthcare professionals who work with older adults, focusing on the safe and effective use of medications in the…
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Why enrol on this course?
Geriatric Drug Management Principles
This graduate certificate program is designed for healthcare professionals who work with older adults, focusing on the safe and effective use of medications in the elderly.
Geriatric Drug Management Principles
Developed for healthcare professionals, this program emphasizes the unique pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of older adults, ensuring safe medication use and minimizing adverse reactions.
Geriatric Drug Management Principles
Key concepts include medication interactions, polypharmacy, and geriatric-specific medication dosing.
By completing this program, learners will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care to older adults, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Explore the Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Drug Management Principles and take the first step towards providing exceptional care for older adults.
About this course
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Drug Management Principles | Healthcare professionals working with older adults, particularly those in the UK, are the primary target audience for this course. |
| Key characteristics: | Physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals with a focus on geriatric care, aged 65 and above, are ideal candidates. |
| UK-specific statistics: | In the UK, it is estimated that 1 in 3 people will be over 65 by 2035, with 1 in 5 people over 65 requiring care and support. This course is designed to address the growing need for geriatric drug management expertise in the UK healthcare system. |
| Learning objectives: | Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to manage medications safely and effectively in older adults, reducing the risk of adverse drug reactions and improving patient outcomes. |
Key facts
This program is ideal for pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who work with geriatric patients and want to improve their understanding of the unique pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of older adults.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to apply their knowledge of geriatric drug management principles to improve patient outcomes and reduce adverse drug events.
The program covers topics such as geriatric pharmacology, drug interactions, and polypharmacy management, as well as the use of technology and other resources to support geriatric care.
The Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Drug Management Principles is a 6-month program that consists of 4 courses, each lasting 8 weeks.
The program is designed to be completed online, allowing students to balance their studies with their work and other responsibilities.
The program is highly relevant to the healthcare industry, as the number of older adults in the population is increasing, and there is a growing need for healthcare professionals who have the knowledge and skills to manage medications for this population.
Graduates of the program will be able to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, and will be eligible to take the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) exam in geriatric pharmacy practice.
The program is designed to be flexible and accommodating, with a focus on providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their careers.
The Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Drug Management Principles is a valuable addition to any healthcare professional's education, and can help to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
By completing this program, graduates will be able to apply their knowledge of geriatric drug management principles to improve patient care and outcomes, and will be well-prepared for a career in geriatric pharmacy practice.
Why this course?
| UK Statistics | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Number of older adults in the UK (2020) | 10.4 million |
| Number of older adults with polypharmacy (2020) | 40% |
| Number of healthcare professionals trained in geriatric drug management (2020) | 20% |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Course content
Geriatric Pharmacology Principles •
Medication Management in Older Adults •
Polypharmacy and Medication Safety •
Falls Prevention and Management •
Cognitive Impairment and Medication Use •
Geriatric Nutrition and Hydration •
Pain Management in Older Adults •
Infection Prevention and Management in Older Adults •
Geriatric Cardiac and Respiratory Management •
Geriatric Renal and Hepatic Management
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
- 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
Who delivers this course
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Personal tutor and admissions team, 7 days a week
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