SUNY Niagara Community College

Microcredential in

Fundamentals of Aging

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

SUNY Niagara Community College

Sanborn, NY 14132

Hybrid

Delivery

1 Semester

Estimated time to complete

40 Hours

Instruction hours

$1,825.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

Challenge myths, misconceptions, and stereotypes about aging with this microcredential. You will explore the intricate socioemotional processes accompanying aging, with a specific focus on the latter half of life. In this microcredential, learners will follow the nuanced issues of death and dying, fostering a deeper understanding of aging within contemporary society. You will emerge with essential skills and new strategies for understanding, compassion and care. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for assistant positions in palliative care as you work toward professional certification.

A hybrid microcredential from SUNY Niagara Community College (40 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Niagara Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

Fundamentals of Aging Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Skills covered

Aging and the Aged

Aging Stereotypes

Services for the Elderly

Life-Long and Acquired Disabilities

Hidden Disabilities

Mental Illness

Ethical and Legal Issues

Palliative Care

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.