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Clinical Skills: Aged Health

Study mode	Course details	Duration
Face to face	Behavioural Challenges in Aged Population — This three day course aims to expand the clinical and psychological knowledge and skill in assessing, supporting and managing behavioural changes manifested by the ageing process. Learn more... APPLY NOW	3 days (2-4 weeks apart)
Face to face	Aged Health in Acute Care Nursing — This course equips nurses with essential skills for managing acute care in older adults. It covers comprehensive assessment and risk management of physical manifestations of aging and disease processes, along with aged health assessment tools, escalation and documentation, nutrition and hydration, theories of ageism, brain changes, and strategies for caring for agitated older persons. Learn more... APPLY NOW	2 days
Face to face	Falls and Delirium Management — This course focuses on the prevention and management of falls and delirium in older adults. Participants will explore delirium assessment and nursing interventions, ICU delirium pathways, patient experiences, and evidence-based strategies for falls prevention. Interactive simulations and research insights will strengthen practical skills for safe, multidisciplinary care. Learn more... APPLY NOW	8 hours
Face to face	Rehabilitation – Promoting Optimal Independence — The aim of this two day face to face course is to expand your knowledge and skill working in the rehabilitation specialty. This course promotes greater awareness of the rehabilitation process, advanced clinical practice and enhanced risk management in restoring physical performance. Learn more... APPLY NOW	2 days (2-4 weeks apart)
Face to face	Aged Health, Palliative Care & Communication — This course focuses on effective communication and holistic care for older adults, including strategies for challenging conversations, conflict resolution, and psychological safety. Learn more... APPLY NOW	1 day
Face to face	Complex Care & Management in Aged Health Nursing — This course provides nurses with advanced knowledge and practical strategies for managing complex care needs in older adults. Learn more... APPLY NOW	1 day

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