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New Aging Studies Certificate at CPCC Addresses Growing Population
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2008-07-01 13:19
The number of older Americans is unprecedented. Over the next 30 years, the number of Americans over the age of 65 - and the proportion of those individuals older than 85 - is expected to double. Many of those individuals will require a variety of long term care services.
“Preparing the workforce and volunteers to serve those needs is critical,” states Ruth Huey, Director of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC). For those currently practicing in the field of aging, this certificate will provide continuing education units (CEUs) while providing proven strategies, best practices, and trends in aging.
“Preparing the workforce and volunteers to serve those needs is critical,” states Ruth Huey, Director of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC). For those currently practicing in the field of aging, this certificate will provide continuing education units (CEUs) while providing proven strategies, best practices, and trends in aging.
“If you are looking for a rewarding and creative career path in a growing field, the aging studies certificate at Central Piedmont Community College can help you get there,” says Huey. She says the one-week format is also a concentrated, effective way for practitioners to connect with others in the field and to learn the latest information while earning required CEUs.
The certificate program also provides individuals from the community who want to learn about aging issues an opportunity for a broad look at the critical issues. This certificate will provide them information that is essential for working or volunteering in the field of aging.
Topics covered in the Certificate include: trends in aging, successful activities, health and wellness, using volunteers effectively, handling grief and loss, understanding Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. The session at CPCC’s Harris Campus is Monday through Friday and meets 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The registration fee is $350.00 and includes lunch, parking and materials.
To register or for more information contact CPCC Customer Service at 704-330-4233 or Ruth Huey at 704-330-4298. www.cpcc.edu/lifelonglearning
Summary: Aging Studies Certificate Program
Central Piedmont Community College – Harris Campus
July 14-18, 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Registration deadline is July 2, 2008.
Call 704-330-4223 for information and to register.
CPCC is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.