Brief Introduction
Explore Japan's aging population problems and discover their policies and solutions for a long and enjoyable life.Course Summary
This course explores the challenges and opportunities presented by aging populations. It covers topics such as healthcare, social care, pensions, and housing, and examines the impact of aging populations on individuals, families, and societies.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the challenges and opportunities of aging populations
- Explore the impact of aging on healthcare, social care, pensions, and housing
- Examine the societal and economic implications of aging populations
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Geriatrician
- USA: $180,000
- India: ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €80,000
- Social Services Manager
- USA: $70,000
- India: ₹600,000
- Spain: €40,000
- Retirement Home Administrator
- USA: $65,000
- India: ₹500,000
- Spain: €35,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the challenges and opportunities presented by aging populations
- Examine the impact of aging on healthcare, social care, pensions, and housing
- Analyze the societal and economic implications of aging populations
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- None, this course is open to anyone interested in the topic
- Basic understanding of aging and its implications
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
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Requirements
- This course is designed for policy makers, carers, educators and researchers engaged in elderly care. It will also be useful for anyone interested in living as a healthy older person and anyone considering technological or business development to support the elderly.
Knowledge
- The concept of healthy aging.The mechanisms of healthy longevity from a scientific and medical perspective.An overview of three components of support for healthy aging: services, communities and policies.Various kinds of support for individuals’ healthy aging through care services and technology.How to prevent decline in function due to aging and compensating for it when it does occur.Case studies of support for social engagement by local communities.How to enable the elderly to participate in society with a sense of purpose, even whilst aging.Policies working toward an age-inclusive society.Various initiatives that are underway in Japan through joint efforts by the government, the private sector, and academia.
Summary of User Reviews
The course on aging populations offered by Futurelearn has received positive reviews from many users. The course provides an in-depth understanding of the challenges of aging populations and offers practical solutions to address them. Users have found the course to be well-structured and informative, and the instructors to be knowledgeable and engaging.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users appreciated the practical solutions offered in the course to address the challenges faced by aging populations.Pros from User Reviews
- Course is well-structured and informative
- Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
- Practical solutions offered to address challenges of aging populations
- Course is suitable for people from all backgrounds
- Access to course materials even after completion
Cons from User Reviews
- Course may be too basic for those with prior knowledge on aging populations
- Course may not offer enough depth for those looking for advanced knowledge
- Course may require a significant time commitment
- Discussion forums can be overwhelming for some users
- Course may not offer enough interaction with other learners
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