Understanding Basic Human Needs for the Personal Care Worker

Description

This course presents information on lifespan growth and development, including the different levels of human needs. Normal changes typically seen with aging are identified, and reality as compared to myths associated with aging are examined. Additionally, individual aging differences and age-related conditions will be reviewed, as well as information on death, dying, grief, and loss.

Delivery

This is a self paced course with knowledge check quizzes after each lesson.

Objectives

Contact Time

3.6 contact hour(s) based on 50 minute contact hour

3.0 contact hour(s) based on 60 minute contact hour

Approval(s)

Washington State DSHS CE Approval Code: - CE122695

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services approved this course for CONTINUING EDUCATION PURPOSES for long term care workers. 

Intended Audience

This course is designed to meet the continuing education requirements of personal care workers.

Course Expiration Date

As required by ANCC, this continuing nursing education activity must carry an expiration date. You must complete the content, Final Quiz and Course Survey on or before that day. The last day to successfully complete this course and receive a Certificate of Completion will be December 31, 2016.

Conflict of Interest Disclosures

Commercial Support Disclosure

This course (CE activity) was developed in accordance with ANCC criteria and Commercial Support Guidelines; the planners and authors of this course have disclosed no relevant financial, personal or professional relationships with any commercial entities pertaining to this activity. Therefore, the content is free of commercial bias for or against any product or commercial entity.

Patricia Jump - RN, PHN, MA (Author Originating)

Technical Nurse Consultant, President Acorn's End Training and Consulting. Patricia Jump received her Bachelor's in Nursing Degree from Winona State University and her Masters of Arts Degree in Health and Human Services Administration from St. Mary's University. She has over 25 years experience in the health care field and almost two decades of public speaking experience. As a professional trainer and consultant, Patricia conducts seminars across the country for all levels of employees in business, professional associations, educational organizations, churches, and government agencies. Additionally, she serves as personal coach, consultant, and retreat facilitator for home care leaders and organizations throughout the nation.

Copyright

Materials used in connection with this course may be subject to copyright protection. Retention of the materials for longer than the class term, unauthorized further dissemination of the materials, or use of copyrighted materials in any way other than intended for this class is prohibited by Copyright and Teach Act laws.

Acknowledgment

This course was developed with Rochester Community and Technical College's Continuing Education and Workforce Development Division located in Rochester Minnesota. Development was funded from the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.

Features

Written language - English : Yes

Course Code:

PCW_BN

Course Category:

Personal Care Worker Health