Instructor and Contributor Bios

Bernard Steinman, Ph.D. is a

gerontologist with interest in late life

vision impairments and their effects on

functioning and health. He is an

Assistant Professor in the Family and

Consumer Sciences Department at

The University of Wyoming.

Lynn Gitlow, Ph.D., OTR/L, ATP is an

occupational therapist with over 30

years of experience in geriatrics,

assistive technology and mental

health. She has been an occupational

therapy educator for 20 years. She

currently teaches Technology

Interventions for Occupational

Therapists at Ithaca College.

Brenda Lynch, M.S. is the training

consultant for LivingWell@Home

remote monitoring service at the Good

Samaritan Society. Ms. Lynch holds a

M.S. in Educational Technology. She

has 25 years of teaching experience in

a variety of courses ranging from high

school Spanish to adult learning and

corporate training.

Ryan Rausch, OTR/L, ATP is an

Assistive Technology Professional at

the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities.

In this position he oversees duties

related to the Assistive Technology

Act, which includes providing device

demonstrations, managing the device

loan library, training and technical

assistance, fostering collaboration with

device reuse entities, and educating on

alternative financing.

Wyoming Center on Aging

University of Wyoming

1000 E. University Ave

Dept. 3432

Phone: 307-766-2829

Considerations Across a Spectrum

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

For post-graduate and professional

development:

PT, OT, RN, & Speech Language

Pathologists

Professional Continuing Education

Credits will be available—up to 48

hours upon completion of all four

courses

www.uwyo.edu/wycoa

Wyoming is projected to have one the

most significant increases in the aging

population by 2030. A majority plans

to age in place. The mission of the

Wyoming Center on Aging, WyCOA ,is

to optimize the health and wellbeing

of Wyoming’s older residents well

into the future. Technology plays a

critical role in the ability to age well

and in place. WyCOA upholds our

mission by supporting the reality of

the benefit of technology. This course

seeks to empower healthcare profes-

sionals by providing tools to appropri-

ately assess and implement technolo-

gy for an aging population. Brought

to you in partnership with Good Sa-

maritan Society and Wyoming Insti-

tute for Disabilities (WIND), and

WyCOA, provider of credible educa-

tion and resources to professionals,

caregivers, students, and educators.

Certificate Description:

Technology for Optimal Aging is an online certificate program that will review the aging process, aging demographics, theories of aging, available technology, importance of technology in aging and implementation of no-tech to high tech interventions. Each course involves weekly lectures, quizzes and interactive discussions. At the conclusion of the certificate participants will: gain a general understanding of aging and ageism; summarize and define various types of technology; understand the theories of aging; and assess and implement appropriate use of technology. This course is offered via UW WyoLearn. See website for more details.

*Please note: This is not a program to learn exclusively about the latest available technology. The emphasis is on matching a person to technology and using technology appropriately.

Certificate Specifics: Estimate time to complete certificate:

24 weeks; approx. 2 hours per week

Registration is required at www.uwyo.edu/wycoa. You will receive info to begin the course within one week of course start date.

Cost: $50.00 per course $150. 00 for all four courses

Space is limited-so register now! www.uwyo.edu/wycoa **All courses are non-refundable

Technology for Optimal Aging Certificate Program: Course Schedule and Objectives

FALL 2017 COURSES: Course 1: Aging 101 | Bernard Steinman, Ph.D.| Course Dates: Sept. 25, 2017—Nov. 5th, 2017 | CE Hrs: 12 Objectives

Understand key issues pertaining to the study of aging, including basic social, biological and psychological theories that guide the field of gerontology;

Display general understanding of adult development and the process of aging, including physical, sensory perceptual, cognitive, social and emotional development throughout adulthood;

Appreciate macro-level influences on adult development, including the impact of social policy issues, the healthcare system, and demographic trends;

Show awareness of the importance of roles, expectations, and stereotypes and attitudes with respect to the health and well-being of older adults; and,

Be knowledgeable and conversation about key issues and controversies inherent in individual and population aging Course 2: Innovations in Aging and Technology with Remote Monitoring | Brenda Lynch, M.S. | Course Dates: Nov. 13th, 2017—Dec. 22nd, 2017 | CE Hrs: 12 Objectives:

Explore the acceptance of technology from the perspective of clients and caregivers

Consider the research and evaluation measures necessary for technology adoption in business

Discuss the capabilities and limitations of remote monitoring technology

Describe the conversations and documentation available via technology

Review the association between the concepts of big data and predictive analytics SPRING 2018 COURSES: Course 3: AT Foundations | Lynn Gitlow, Ph.D., OTR/L, ATP | Course Dates: Jan. 8th, 2018—Feb. 18th, 2018 | CE Hrs: 12 Objectives:

Describe the overall aging process using the International Classification of Functioning and Disability Framework

Define assistive technology, everyday technology and universal design.

Learn how to use a systematic theory based approach to identify and assess assistive technology interventions and outcomes.

Understand the older adult’s perception of assistive technology and possible barriers to using assistive technology. Course 4: AT Application | Lynn Gitlow, Ph.D., OTR/L, ATP | Course Dates: Feb. 26th, 2018—Apr. 8th, 2018| CE Hrs: 12 Objectives:

Describe a full range (no tech to high tech) of everyday and assistive technology options that can be used by elders to continue to participate in everyday meaningful activities.

Be able to use the Internet and other options to keep abreast of everyday and assistive technology options that are useful for elders and their caregivers to support successful aging.

Apply knowledge from prior sections to assess and implement appropriate AT for aging clients or patients.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under Grant No. U1QHP28743, Geriatric

Workforce Enhancement Program, $2,549,927 with additional support from the John P. Ellbogen Foundation, Excellence Fund for Geriatric Education. This information or content and

conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.