Medication use in Older Adults

Duration 6 Months

Frequency Once a week

Certificate Statement of Result

Course Overview

This subject will introduce basic knowledge on common medication use and possible effects on the cognitive and physical well-being of older adults. The focus will be on equipping participants with skills to conduct medical and medication history-taking and support medication adherence in older adults.

Entry Requirements

Applicants applying for modular units which are drawn from existing full diploma or post-diploma programmes will have the same minimum entry requirements as the full qualifications.

What You'll Learn

Uses and Side Effects of Common Medications for Older Adults
Basic Medical and Medication History-Taking

Modes of Assessment

Coursework with no examinations. Assessments may consist of a range of components, such as tests, quizzes, assignments, participation, peer evaluation and other appropriate methods.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the modular unit, students will be awarded a Statement of Result which can count towards the attainment of the following:

Specialist Diploma in Gerontology (Community Care Support)

For more information on course fee / schedule, or to apply,

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Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm

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and on weekends and public holidays.
https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757

Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel course with low enrolment.

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