CEU Course: Biology of Aging

CEU Hours: 3  $9.00 

CE Course Description
Biology of Aging describes some of the National Institute of Aging's exciting findings about the basic biology of aging and points to directions for future investigation.

CE Course Objectives

1. Describe biological factors that influence lifespan, aging, and disease.

2. Discuss the necessary use of animal research as a means of understsanding human aging and human physiology.

3. Identify scientific research into genetic factors that may influence longevity in humans, including the emerging area of epigenetics.

4. Evaluate ways that metabolism, stress, and changes in the immune system impact aging.

CEUs Online: Domestic Abuse in Later Life

Course Description
10 CEU Hrs. $30

Domestic Abuse in Later Life presents five compelling stories of abuse in later life conveyed by the survivors themselves, amplified by interviews with the professionals who worked with them. Additional segments address emergency housing, support groups, and effective advocacy and three critical issues for older victims of abuse. 

This CE course is based soley on the pdf guide provided. However, participants may benefit further from ordering and watching the DVD's that are available from the Office of Victims. Order via this link:
https://www.ncjrs.gov/App/ShoppingCart/ShopCart.aspx?item=NCJ+227928

Course Objectives

1. Describe the characteristics and causes of domestic violence and sexual abuse in later life, including forms of abuse and abuser tactics. 

2. Identify the roles of various systems and agencies who encounter elder abuse, such as adult protective services, health care systems, criminal justice professionals, and domestic abuse and sexual assault advocates. 

3. Evaluate the role of power and control dynamics in elder abuse cases, while realizing the benefit of using a victim-centered approach that emphasizes empowerment. 

4. Recognize how emergency housing, support groups, and effective advocacy can be used productively to assist older adult victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. 

5. Review case studies of elder abuse in order to acknowledge myths and justifications associated with these cases, while also identifying appropriate interventions for the victims.

Access the course here: http://www.quantumunitsed.com/online-ceus/aging-alzheimers-end-of-life/domestic-abuse.php