Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life

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Middlesex University Business School

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Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life

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Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life

The course Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life is an online class provided by Middlesex University Business School through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Learn more about the issues faced by older people in relation to problematic substance use.

Course description

5 weeks

Older people face specific issues in relation to problematic substance use. Demography and a growing ageing population make understanding these ever more important. But older people’s problems tend to be more invisible, both in care services and in substance use services.
This online course brings these issues together from a health, social care, informal carer and public health point of view. It draws on international perspectives from experts in the UK, New Zealand, Australia and the USA, to compare and share knowledge, skills and best practice with the community.

Introduction to the issues concerning problematic substance use for older people, context, causes, recognition.
Comparison and sharing of knowledge, skills and expertise across different disciplines as well as internationally.
Identifying interventions and best practices to tackle the issues and promote health and wellbeing in ageing populations.
Developing a community of practice and networking on the issues.

Describe the problems and issues that older people face in relation to problematic substance use including alcohol, drugs, polypharmacy and the specific risks and circumstances associated with ageing and health in later life.
Identify the key professionals and the sources of support needed by older people impacted by problematic substance use.
Reflect on expertise and experiences shared to identify own strengths, areas of knowledge and skills needed to support older people and their families.
Explore best practice and future developments for addressing these issues within a public health and community context.

Middlesex University Business School
Founded in the 1960s, Middlesex University Business School is one of the largest Business Schools in the UK.
Matua Raki
Addiction organisations and practitioners can utilise our evidence-based workforce development solutions and support to improve and develop welcoming, hopeful and effective services.
National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA)
National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction

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Prerequisites & Facts

Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life

Course Topic

Healthcare, Healthcare & Medicine, Nursing, Psychology & Mental Health

University, College, Institution

Middlesex University Business School

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Middlesex University Business School you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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