ASM 155 - Impact of Demographics

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open

This course will address demographic changes in the elderly population and the impact on society.
Prerequisite: Admission to an Aging Service Management program.
Competencies

Analyze the demographic changes
1. Review the aging demographics from a global and national perspective
2. Describe the aging demographic at the state level
Assess the impact of an aging population
1. Examine the sandwich generation
2. Discuss ageism in today’s society
Research resources and agencies that provide services for the elderly
1. Describe the area agencies on aging and the programs they support
2. Review the varies levels of care for nursing homes, assisted living, adult day care and home and community based services (hcbs).
3. Examine the characteristics of agencies and facilities that provide quality care and a quality of life for the clients

Competencies Revised Date: 2020