Gerontology

Gerontology is the study of aging, focusing on the psychological, physical, and societal aspects of aging. Coursera's Gerontology skill catalogue provides you with the understanding of the complex dynamics of the aging process. You'll learn about the biological elements of aging, mental health issues specific to the elderly, healthcare policies affecting the elderly, social and cultural perspectives on aging, and ways to improve the quality of later life. This knowledge is instrumental for careers in healthcare, social work, policy-making, and various other fields that work closely with the aging population.
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  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Database Design, Customer Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Revenue Management, FinTech, Biostatistics, Gerontology, Social Network Analysis, People Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Social Determinants Of Health, Plot (Graphics), Digital Transformation, Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Unsupervised Learning, Peer Review

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Governance, Database Design, Customer Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Descriptive Analytics, Revenue Management, FinTech, Biostatistics, Gerontology, Social Network Analysis, People Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Social Determinants Of Health, Unsupervised Learning, Plot (Graphics), Digital Transformation, Data Visualization, Risk Analysis

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Programs, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Innovation, Human Resource Policies, Empathy, Gerontology, People Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Engagement, Organizational Change, Team Management

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Data Governance, Descriptive Analytics, FinTech, Financial Statements, Business Valuation, Derivatives, Gerontology, Social Determinants Of Health, Portfolio Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Risk Analysis, Credit Risk, Digital Transformation, Team Management, Governance, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Financial Analysis, Policy Analysis

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    Fudan University

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Health Systems, Gerontology, Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Emergency Response

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Data Governance, Descriptive Analytics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Biostatistics, Gerontology, Social Determinants Of Health, Statistical Reporting, Digital Transformation, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Occupational Health, Team Management, Telehealth, Public Health, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Policy Analysis, Health Systems, Program Evaluation

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Gerontology, Pediatrics, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Working With Children, Psychology, Geriatrics, Behavioral Health

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Human Computer Interaction, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Gerontology

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    Universidad Austral

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Gerontology, Human Development, Human Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Gerontology, Social Skills, Child Development, Socioeconomics, Personal Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Public Health, Health Policy, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Medication Administration, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Family Support, Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Gerontology, Relationship Building, Empathy, Social Skills, Child Development, Resilience, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence

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