GERONT X208 - Gerontology - Caring for the Aging LGBTQ+ Population
The purpose of this module is to familiarize you with the unique health care needs of the aging LGBTQIA+ community. It is estimated that by 2030, there will be 2.4 million older adults identifying as LGBTQIA+ in the United States (Statista, 2024). Thus, it is extremely likely that one of your patients or clients will indeed identify as an LGBTQIA+ older adult.
Despite great advances in LGBTQIA+ rights, specific discriminatory practices still exist that create significant barriers to quality health care for this group. Through recognizing the specific needs of this community, care professionals can work with older LGBTQIA+ adults and certain community entities to ensure that aging LGBTQIA+ adults receive the proper support and care to enjoy a healthy senior life. We hope that by the end of this module you will be able to better understand caring for the aging LGBTQIA+ population.
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 1.5 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 at DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu. Accommodation and assistance will be arranged for you as appropriate free from penalty.
What You’ll Learn
- Recognize how the history of inequality towards the LGBTQIA+ population may affect their perception of health care today.
- Identify current barriers to quality health care that exist for the aging LGBTQIA+ community.
- Describe the unique health care needs of the aging LGBTQIA+ population.
- Consider specific strategies care professionals can utilize to ensure quality health care to this particular population.
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 LGBTQIA+ issues 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 authors hope your knowledge of the challenges facing older LGBTQIA+ adults 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.