GERONT X203 - Gerontology - Understanding Younger-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
An estimated 7.4 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. While most individuals are diagnosed after the age of 65, 4-10% have a form of the disease called Younger Onset Alzheimer's disease (YOAD), also known as Early-Onset Alzheimer’s. This specialized population of older adults has unique needs, as YOAD affects these families differently from those diagnosed with traditional Alzheimer’s. Families coping with YOAD experience familial problems, psychosocial challenges, as well as financial and employment difficulties different from their peers diagnosed with traditional Alzheimer’s disease. We will cover these topics in this Module, and will also look at how these issues will affect families as their loved ones age into late adulthood.
Delivery Options
Online Self-Paced: A course that is available fully online with no scheduled class sessions or fixed due dates. You can start coursework at any time and work through the material independently at your own pace.
Time to Completion
This module is projected to take approximately 2 hours to complete.
Course Completion Requirements
Successful completion of this course requires earning a score of at least 99% on required assessments.
Technology Requirements
- Reliable internet connection
- Computer, laptop, or tablet capable of accessing online course materials
- Ability to stream video and interactive content
- Recommended browsers: Google Chrome or Firefox
Additional Technology Information
This course uses H5P to provide interactive course content to learners in the form of interactive videos, interactive presentations, and more. If you require assistance in or experience difficulties completing assignments that use H5P, please contact the COM Digital Accessibility Coordinator (DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu). Accommodation and assistance will be arranged for you as appropriate free from penalty.
What You’ll Learn
Participants who complete this module will be able to:
- Understand the disease, its prevalence, risk factors, and symptoms associated with younger-onset Alzheimer's disease.
- Understand how younger-onset Alzheimer's disease impacts individual and family relationships, roles, and supportive service needs.
- Explore the needs of caregivers for persons with younger-onset Alzheimer's disease.
- Discuss ways that we can help improve services and supports for individuals with younger-onset Alzheimer's disease and their family members.
What You’ll Earn
- Certificate of Completion from Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Contact Us
For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.
For questions about course details email COM_CCE@osumc.edu.