PDC20098 - Reporting Elder Abuse in the Community Setting
| Duration | 2 hours online self-paced learning. |
| Study mode | Online |
| Course code | PDC20098 |
| Fee | $45 (Full) |
Overview
If you are a health professional and member of the public and you work in the community or a residential setting for aged care this online micro-credential was developed for you!
This micro-credential will assist you as a carer or health professional in understanding elder abuse in Australia. You will explore the incidence of elder abuse in Australia looking at national data and examine the National Legal Response statement. You will learn to identify risk factors, signs and symptoms and develop strategies to adequately respond and report within your scope of practice.
This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.
Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Career Opportunities
Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.
Structure & Availability
Micro-credential
Duration:2 hours online self-paced learning.
- Reflect on the incidence of elder abuse including within diverse and vulnerable groups
- Identify risk factors and sign and of elder abuse
- Outline appropriate actions for reporting and responding to elder abuse.
Assessment
Online Quiz
Award
Digital Badge via Credly
Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.
Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however it is relevant for those working in aged care and community settings.
Our micro-credentials are available for anyone to access. You do not have to be a CQUniversity student.
How to apply
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