Description

You will be able to safely treat specific eating disorders of the elderly, positioning yourself as a reputable professional in this field of nursing" 

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With a balanced diet that meets their nutritional needs, older people can enjoy better health and fitness. It is also common for nutritional disorders to arise at this age, so nursing professionals must be prepared to deal with issues such as sarcopenia, diabetes or dehydration.

For this reason, TECH has assembled for this program a team of professionals with extensive experience in the treatment of nutritional disorders in the elderly. Thanks to its practical knowledge, the students will study theoretical material based on real cases in which they will learn how to deal with all the food complications they may encounter in their daily lives.

In this way, the future graduates of this course will stand out in their field for the application of avant-garde methods in elderly care, which will surely earn them not only professional improvement they seek, but also personal growth in prestige and recognition.

All this with a qualification that, in addition, has the advantage of being completely online. This allows the student to set the pace of study, being able to download all the theoretical material from the first day of the course. 

Enroll today in this postgraduate certificate and do not miss the opportunity to improve your professional quality while increasing the welfare of your most vulnerable patients"

This postgraduate certificate in Nutritional Sphere in the Elderly contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most notable features are: 

  • Case studies presented by experts in geriatric nursing 
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

This postgraduate certificate will lead you to better understand the nutritional needs of your patients, so you will be able to prepare an appropriate action plan to treat all their possible conditions" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

You have before you a unique opportunity to increase your job expectations while maintaining your personal and professional responsibilities. Don't hesitate any longer and become part of TECH's great educational family"

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If you want to specialize in elderly care, TECH offers you the best tools in nursing methodology in order to become a highly reputable professional in this field"

Objectives

The objective of this course is to provide students with the best possible training in the nutritional care of the elderly, helping them to create complete nutritional plans and to be able to treat the most common conditions in this area of elderly people. Thus, the professional will improve both at work and personal level, enhancing their daily performance and promoting healthy habits in their most delicate patients. 

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Your career goal is to strengthen your position within the nursing industry. TECH helps achieve this with advanced practical and theoretical knowledge in the Nutritional Sphere of the Elderly"  

General Objectives

  • Update the professional in nursing procedures and interventions for proper care of geriatric patients in the internal medicine hospitalization unit
  • Acquire a series of skills aimed at improving the skills of nursing professionals dedicated to the geriatric field
  • Provide the best treatments, from the nursing professional's point of view, for geriatric patients, taking into account the particularities of each case

Specific Objectives

  • Understand the importance of nutrition in the elderly
  • Adapt nutrition to different patients, depending on their pathology
  • Update on the complications that can appear in diabetes, to be able to anticipate them and prevent them from occurring, or to know how to act if they have already appeared
  • Incorporate the procedures for dealing with the different diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome in daily practice

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Enroll now in this postgraduate certificate and do not wait any longer to obtain the professional improvement you are looking for, specializing in the specific care of the elderly by supplying their nutritional deficiencies"  

Postgraduate Certificate in Nutritional Sphere in the Elderly

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The nutritional sphere in the elderly is a crucial aspect for health and well-being in old age. In this area, good nutrition helps prevent chronic diseases and improve quality of life. If you want to specialize in this health field, at TECH Technological University you will find the most complete and updated Postgraduate Certificate in Nutrition in the Elderly. The program has a 100% online mode of study and is composed of innovative teaching resources that will give a plus to your educational experience. The study plan will allow you to explore aspects such as physiological and metabolic changes that occur in the body over the years and how these affect the nutritional needs of the elderly. Likewise, you will learn how to identify and treat nutritional disorders that are common in this population, including malnutrition, obesity and sarcopenia.

Specialize in the nutritional sphere in the elderly

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Elderly adults need a balanced diet adapted to their individual needs, as they may have changes in the ability to absorb nutrients and a decreased appetite. It is important to include in their diet foods rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals, limiting the consumption of saturated fats and refined sugars. In addition, they should maintain good hydration and exercise regularly to maintain proper health. For this reason, TECH developed this Postgraduate Certificate, with which you will acquire the knowledge of this health area. With our online learning model, you will perform numerous case studies, which will allow you to easily enter into real clinical situations. Through self-regulated classes, you will delve into basic nutrition and advanced techniques to design personalized nutrition plans for the elderly. All this, will contribute to revalue your knowledge in the area and highlight your career in the labor market.