About this Event
Course Name: IHSS Career Pathways: Older Adult Sensitivity Training
Course Number: 1024
Primary Pathway Name: Cognitive Impairments & Behavioral Health
Course Description: Older Adult Sensitivity Training (OAST) is a 2-hour interactive training program for individuals who are interested in learning about the specific needs and challenges of older adults in the community. During this workshop, participants will experience sensory changes associated with aging through virtual activities. In addition, they will embody a senior with macular degeneration and high frequency hearing loss through a virtual reality exercise. Participants will be able to see the world through the eyes of the senior client and gain an understanding of the challenges associated with these limitations. OAST will provide participants with valuable tools and information for working and interacting with older adults.
Training Format: Online – Instructor Led
Training Provider: Riverside County Office on Aging
Language Offering(s): English
Event Venue
Online
USD 0.00