GERONT X207 - Gerontology - Eyes Wide Open: Preventing Vision Loss
The growth of the aging population and subsequently, the increase in the incidence of vision loss and blindness, will tax our current health care system greatly. Because of this, we expect to see formal and informal caregivers play a larger role in caring for our older population in the coming years. In this module, you will learn about preventing vision loss, eye care benefit options other than employee health care, and how to become more involved in advocating for eye care services for older adults. We hope this module will illustrate to you the importance of eye care and encourage you to become an advocate for preventive eye care in your field of work, with your family and friends, and of course, help you improve your own eye health!
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 1 hour 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 at DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu. Accommodation and assistance will be arranged for you as appropriate free from penalty.
What You’ll Learn
- Explain how to prevent eye disease through lifestyle changes.
- Describe the eye care benefits available to older adults.
- Learn how to advocate for healthy eye care for older adults.
What You’ll Earn
- A certificate of completion from Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Additional Information
Continuing Education
Continuing education credit for this Topics in Gerontology online module is provided by the Office of Geriatrics and Interprofessional Aging Studies, The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Completion of this module represents the number of continuing education credit hours as listed on the completion certificate. This certificate of completion may be presented to your professional organization for consideration toward required continuing education requirements for your profession.
Note to Participants
We recognize that you may not, and perhaps should not, provide direct care to the older adults you assist. Therefore, this module is intended to provide you with an overview of eye care in the older adult so that you may better respond to those you serve. By providing you with a broad understanding of the issues, the program staff and author(s) hope your knowledge of the challenges facing older adults with eye disease will be enhanced.
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.