Ageism: Understanding it’s Effect on Healthcare

Self enrollment

Ageism or age discrimination significantly affects the mindset of our society.  Unfortunately this includes the unfair premises of many healthcare practitioners. According to a study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, one out of five older adults experiences ageism in health care settings and those who frequently experience it have a higher risk of developing a new disability or worsening existing ones. This course will highlight the effects of ageism in health care and challenges us all to be the catalyst to initiate a positive change, which includes our concepts, terminology and prevention of negative stereotypes.  Contact hours 1.0.  Target audience:  OT, COTA, PT, PTA, SLP.  Satisfactory completion criteria:  Complete pre-/post-test, view all modules and video clips, complete all associated quizzes, submit course evaluation. ASHA approved for .10 ASHA CEUs.  AOTA Content Focus -- Domain of OT: Context and Environment.

Before completion, please review each course to ensure it is applicable/approved by your States board.