GRN 315 - Rehabilitation Services for Older Adult

This course will discuss rehabilitation services for older adults within the present health care system including types of services, cost and reimbursement for services and responsibilities of different rehabilitation professionals. The course will look at the role of the rehabilitation professional in the delivery of services in a variety of medical and community settings typical for older adults. The course will review common conditions for older adults including cardiac, pulmonary, neuromuscular, and orthopedic conditions and provide evidence-based examples of interventions commonly utilized in the rehabilitation profession. Finally, the role of rehabilitation in health promotion, prevention, and well-being will be explored.

Prerequisite(s): College Writing and any PSY or SOC course.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: Gerontology