Early registration is advised.
The program provides timely information about geriatric care and social issues affecting older adults and their loved ones, said William Gingold, director of the University of Illinois Office of Gerontology and Aging Studies. While certification is not a professional requirement, the program assures that caregivers have a basic level of education and experience in the field of geriatrics. The program is designed for nurses, social workers, certified nursing assistants, psychologists, therapists and other professionals involved in serving older adults. Continuing education credits and university credits may be obtained by some participants. The 40-hour program features more than 25 faculty members.