With this postgraduate diploma the psychologist will have the domain of the relational in the therapist-patient intervention, and therefore, of the norms that direct the subject’s interaction with the world in the here and now"

The family as a primary reference element is fundamental in the acquisition of resources to deal with the elderly, this postgraduate diploma is unique for presenting a unique dimension of the relationship of the individual with the family.

We are concerned to be prepared to know how we should face a future with a young population in their body and old in the mind or vice versa, as improvements in care, but at the same time the worsening in terms of stress and the way of living produce these asymmetries between mind and body, whatever the duality we have to begin to investigate and improve our capacities so that it does not surprise us.

Working on loneliness, boredom, physical pain and cognitive deficiencies is essential for psychologists to be effective in intervention in the elderly. But above all, the emotional management of each moment is perhaps the most interesting asset to ensure that the old people of tomorrow can continue to be in charge of their own lives.

This postgraduate diploma in Family Intervention of the Elderly contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market”

This postgraduate diploma in Family Intervention of the Elderly contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Clinical cases presented by experts in the different specialties. Its graphic, schematic and practical contents, with which they are conceived, gather a scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable for professional practice
• Latest information on Family Intervention of the Elderly
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course
• With special emphasis on evidence-based psychology and research methodologies in Psychology
• All of this will be complemented by 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 diploma may be the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program, for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Family Intervention of the Elderly, you will obtain a postgraduate diploma issued by TECH Technological University"

Forming part of the teaching staff is a group of professionals in the world of Psychology who bring to this specialization their work experience, as well as a group of renowned specialists, recognised by esteemed scientific communities.

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, they will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to prepare in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student will must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this reason, you will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of psychology with extensive teaching experience.

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge with this postgraduate diploma"

The program's primary objective is focused on theoretical and practical learning, so that the psychologist is able to master Family Intervention of the Elderly in both a practical and rigorous manner.

This updating program will provide you with a sense of confidence in the practice of psychology, which will help you grow both personally and professionally”

General Objectives

• Provide the student with knowledge of the infinite complexity of old age 
• Provide skills to deal with the psychological state of the elderly
• Learn how to design multidisciplinary intervention protocols for old age
• Master evaluation, differential diagnosis and intervention in old age
• Provide the skills to support individuals in old age from the here and now
• Describe and teach the knowledge required to face illnesses related to ageing and their relationship with the life lived

Specific Objectives

Module 1. The Individual and the Family 

• Understand and master the therapeutic situation in order to become a referent for a elderly person 
• Provide skills to understand and relate to the loss of patients, and from there to accompany them in the transition 

Module 2. Assessment of Health and Disease in Old Age 

• Assess and diagnose, taking into account the social and affective surrounding in which the elderly person finds themselves 
• Train in listening and managing silence with elderly patients 

Module 3. Psychotherapies and Intervention in the Elderly from a Clinical Psychology Perspective 

• Learn the appropriate dynamics for intervention in the elderly 
• Understand the elderly brain 
• Reposition the therapy towards a regressive and not so much progressive direction in the patient's mental timeline 

Make the most of the opportunity and take the step to get up-to-date on the latest developments in Family Intervention of the Elderly”