Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Gezondheid en Wetenschap
Learning processes in older adults38615/3449/2526/1/66
Study guide

Learning processes in older adults

38615/3449/2526/1/66
Academic year 2025-26
Is found in:
  • Bachelor of Applied Gerontology, programme stage 1
  • Bachelor of Applied Psychology, programme stage 3
    Choice package:
    • Keuzepakket 3-jarig programma, 2de jaar (DAG en AVOND)
    • Keuzepakket 3-jarig programma, 3de jaar (DAG en AVOND)
    • Keuzepakket 4-jarig programma (DAG en AVOND)
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
  • exam contract (to obtain a credit).
  • exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Co-ordinator: Empsten Kathleen
Other teaching staff: Vermeiren Sofie
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Semester 2
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 15.03.2026 (2nd semester)
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: You have to pass this course unit (will never be deliberated).
Total study time: 81,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

2. The gerontological counselor develops a scientifically based vision on ageing, based on social inclusion, prevention, empowerment and emancipation in order to ensure a good quality of life. He therefore includes fundamental values from the human rights framework, such as connectedness, self-determination, diversity and autonomy. 
The gerontological consultant is able to adjust and optimize care and support processes based on evidence-informed (scientific) research and guidelines, own experiences and regional, European and international evolutions.
The gerontological consultant cooperates with and supports older adults themselves in contributing to a more positive and realistic image of older adults as well as undertaking policy actions that contribute to an inclusive society. In doing so, opportunities for participation by older adults are maximized.
You respond to the social, cognitive and biological aspects that hinder or facilitate technological skills (or the learning of new things) in older adults to achieve optimal functioning.
You describe the biological aspects that hinder or facilitate technological skills (or learning new things) in the elderly.
You describe the cognitive aspects that hinder or facilitate technological skills (or learning new things) in older people.
You describe the social (individual + societal) aspects that hinder or facilitate technological skills (or learning new things) in older people.

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials8,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours73,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodKnowledge and comprehension test during the examination series100,00
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodKnowledge and comprehension test during the examination series100,00