Understanding Gerontology in Senior Living

The following Understanding Gerontology in Senior Living is designed to educate healthcare providers (HCP) on the core principles behind aging, person-centered support, and quality of life for older adults in senior living settings.

What you will learn:

• Explain basic principles of gerontology

• Recognize common age-related changes

• Support residents with respectful, person-centered communication

• Promote safety, independence, dignity, and quality of life

Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion to verify you have finished the training. Course Length: 60 minutes; CME: 1.

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education to physicians.  American Medical Compliance designates this activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim this credit for their complete participation in this activity. Providers approved by California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider # 18138 for 1 Contact Hours. Our continuing education program is committed to enhancing the knowledge, skills, and professional performance of healthcare professionals as they strive to improve patient care outcomes and maintain a safe workspace. Through high-quality educational activities, we aim to address identified educational needs that support the continuous professional development of our healthcare community.

The information contained in these trainings was derived from publications of the National Institute on Aging, CDC and the Administration for Community Living (Government Sourced Material). None of the planners, authors or instructors for this activity have any relevant financial relationships to disclose. The Government Sourced Material used by AMC is available for no charge on their associated websites. The use of the Government Sourced Material by AMC does not imply endorsement or recommendation by the National Institute on Aging, CDC, the Administration for Community Living or by the United States Government, of AMC, its enterprise, its facility, its services or its products. © 2026 American Medical Compliance, no copyright claimed in Government Sourced Material. If you are not completely satisfied with this course within 30 days you will receive a full refund.