Caregiver Support Courses and Certifications

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Caregiver Support in Psychiatry

70 ratings

Explore strategies for supporting caregivers, addressing their unique challenges, and promoting their well-being in the context of psychiatric care.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

33 ratings

This course is about caring for and educating children (and youth) with severe to profound intellectual disability.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 4 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Supporting Families and Caregivers

45 ratings at Coursera

This course takes a deep dive into the challenges families and friends of a patient with serious illness face and how you can care for and support them as a provider, social worker or family friend.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 2 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Learning to be caregivers for people with chronic conditions

Learn to support caregivers of people with chronic conditions: caregiver types, role transition phases, cognitive and instrumental caregiving skills, and overload's impact on quality of life.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Learning from the experiences of caregivers with chronic conditions

Analyze caregiving case studies to spot warning signs of caregiver overload, apply Meleis' transitions theory, and build self-care strategies for sustainable chronic care.

• Coursera
• 3 weeks, 4 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Harvard Medical School

The Caregiver's Guide

This Harvard online course brings you the confidence and know-how to help you meet the unique physical, emotional, and financial needs of a loved one requiring regular care.

• Harvard Health Online Learning
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

TheIRETAchannel

Supporting Families of Youth and Young Adults with Substance Use Disorders

1 rating

Learn strategies to support families of youth with substance use disorders, including understanding addiction's impact, engaging families in recovery, and accessing resources.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MassGeneralHospital

Caring for Yourself While Caring for Someone with Cancer

1 rating

Learn practical strategies and emotional support techniques for cancer caregivers, focusing on stress management, self-care practices, and accessing valuable resources to maintain wellbeing while supporting loved ones.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies

8 ratings

Learn foundational dementia care: pathophysiology and stages, behavioral and psychological symptoms, caregiver stress, home environment adaptations, dementia-friendly communities, and national policy plans.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 4 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Being A Dementia Caregiver

323 ratings at Udemy

A collection of Information and tips for Dementia Caregivers

• Udemy
• 2 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

MassGeneralHospital

Exploring Stuttering from Early Childhood through Adolescence

3 ratings

Explore stuttering in children and adolescents, debunk myths, challenge societal expectations, and learn caregiver strategies and effective speech therapy goals.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MassGeneralHospital

Stress Reduction and Activities for Caregivers

Discover stress reduction techniques and engaging activities for caregivers, enhancing well-being and coping strategies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MassGeneralHospital

Thoughtful Care Planning for Dementia Patients: The Keys to Success

Explore proactive dementia care planning strategies with expert insights on supporting patients and caregivers, enhancing understanding, and improving overall care outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MassGeneralHospital

Thoughtful and Proactive Care Planning: The Keys to Success in Dementia Care - January 17, 2023

Explore thoughtful, proactive care planning strategies for dementia patients with expert Jennifer Pilcher, Ph.D, CMC. Learn keys to successful caregiving and support.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MassGeneralHospital

Family Dynamics for Families Living with Dementia

Gain insights on family dynamics and caregiving challenges for those affected by dementia. Learn coping strategies and understand the emotional impact on different family members.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video