Certificate in Therapeutic Games for Seniors: Impactful
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• Understanding Seniors' Physical and Cognitive Changes – This unit covers the common physical and cognitive changes that occur as individuals age, and how these changes can impact their ability to engage in therapeutic games. This unit will also discuss how therapeutic games can help slow down cognitive decline and improve physical function in seniors.
• Selecting Appropriate Games for Seniors – This unit explores the various types of therapeutic games available for seniors and how to choose the right games based on an individual's needs, preferences, and abilities.
• Designing Therapeutic Games for Seniors – This unit covers the principles of game design for seniors, including how to create games that are engaging, challenging, and accessible. It will also discuss how to incorporate elements of reminiscence therapy and cognitive stimulation into game design.
• Facilitating Therapeutic Game Play for Seniors – This unit discusses the role of the facilitator in therapeutic game play, including how to create a supportive and inclusive environment, how to provide feedback and encouragement, and how to adapt games to meet the needs of individual players.
• Evaluating the Effectiveness of Therapeutic Games for Seniors – This unit covers the various methods for evaluating the effectiveness of therapeutic games for seniors, including outcome measures, data collection, and analysis. It will also discuss how to use evaluation results to improve game design and facilitation.
• Incorporating Technology into Therapeutic Game Play for Seniors – This unit explores the use of technology in therapeutic game play, including the benefits and challenges of using digital games, virtual reality, and other emerging technologies.
• Ethical Considerations in Therapeutic Game Play for Seniors – This unit covers the ethical considerations involved in therapeutic game play for seniors, including issues related to informed consent, confidentiality, and data privacy.
• Best Practices for Implementing Therapeutic Games in Senior Living Communities – This unit provides an overview of best practices for implementing therapeutic games in senior living communities, including staff training, equipment selection
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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