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This course explores how aging affects an individual’s ability to understand and apply health information. Participants will examine physical, cognitive, psychological, and social changes that influence health literacy in older adults. Through this training, health professionals will gain practical strategies for engaging older learners and improving communication to support healthy aging.

What You’ll Learn

  • Describe the aging process and how it impacts learning and comprehension
  • Define the scope of the health literacy challenge among older adults
  • Identify characteristics of older adult learners and their implications for health education
  • Recognize barriers to teaching older adults and apply strategies to support effective learning

What You’ll Earn

  • A certificate of completion issued by The Ohio State University’s Professional and Continuing Education program

Additional Information

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Section Title
Health Literacy - The Effects of Aging on Health Literacy
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 18, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $40.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
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