Course Title:	Retired ~ Unique Aspects of Mental Health Care for Older Adults
	Category:	23
	Credits:	1
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	Objectives:	After completion of this course, you should be able to: • Identify the ways in which older adults are unique from the general adult population and the implication of those qualities for clinical practice. • Discuss the core competencies associated with geriatric care and ways in which clinical practice with older adults is different from working with other younger adults. • Identify professional resources available to guide those developing expertise in geriatric behavioral health and opportunities for developing competency in this specialization.
	Description:	This course provides an overview of the special considerations involved in providing mental health care to older adults. This course is based on the premise that older adults present with unique needs and require a specialized approach to care. In order to work effectively with this population, clinicians require specialized training and expertise. This course will provide an initial overview of the core competencies required for geriatric practice. Keywords: Elderly, Older Adult, Aging, Mental Health Care, Geriatric
		Approval Bodies: Professional Development Florida Dept. of Health (Board of Social Work, Marriage & Family, Mental Health Counseling) NAADAC, National Association for Addiction Professionals National Board for Certified Counselors Florida Board of Nursing Association of Social Work Boards Approved Continuing Education (ACE) California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) CAADE - California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators Pennsylvania Certification Board Florida Board of Psychology California Board of Registered Nursing California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP)