Human Services and Gerontology Programs
Human Services and Community Development
Gerontology and Long Term Care
Developed in partnership with human service professionals, scholars and community members, these programs increase the capacity of individuals, organizations, and communities to respond effectively to human needs and potentials. Programs that focus on aging issues are offered regularly. In addition, programs are offered for professional and family caregivers, program administrators and policy makers as they grapple with the challenges of providing long term care.
For more information about the programs listed here, or the opportunity to work in partnership for the development of educational activities that address special needs, contact Andrea Hansen, at 608.785.6509 or hansen.andr@uwlax.edu.
Human Services and Community Development
Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate Program
June 15-18, 2009
Bridging the Gap
July 21, 22, 23 and August 4, 5, and 6, 2008
Creating Inclusive Workplaces: For Employers Embracing Excellence
September 11, 25, October 9, and 23, 2008
Directed Studies: Midwest Autism Conference: Putting the Pieces Together (1 credit GRAD)
October 19 -21, 2008
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (2 credits UG/GRAD)
June 15-18, and June 26, 2009
Midwest Autism Conference: Putting the Pieces Together
October 19-21, 2008
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
May 8-9, 2009
Practicing Inclusiveness/Embracing Diversity: A Workshop for human service professionals
December 3, 2008
Gerontology and Long Term Care
Aging and Film: (More) Stories from the 3rd Age
January 16, 2009
Aging-Friendly Community Tour
September 23, 2008
Coulee Region Long-Term Care Workforce Coalition Meetings
Sept. 17, Nov. 19, Jan. 21, March 19, May 20, and July 15
Dementia Specialist
October 9 - 10, 2008
Drugs and Aging
April 7, 14 and 21, 2009
Election 2008: Candidates Forum on Long-Term Care
October 13, 2008
Essentials of Gerontology
September 16, 18, and 25, 2008
Gerontology Certificate Program
Ongoing
Leadership Development Series (Advanced) for LTC: "Leadership, Management, and Supervisory Development"
October 7, 21, November 4, and 18, 2008
Physiology of Aging
October 24 and 25, 2008
Psychology of Aging
May 6, 13, and 20, 2009
Social Issues of Aging
Fall 2009 (Dates to be determined)
Transformational Reminiscence Series:
Groups for Confused Adults
November 5Life Stories and Reminiscence
November 4Targeted Interventions for Older Adults with Dementia
November 5
Special Discounts and Scholarships:
Students, senior citizens and members of the Coulee Region Long-Term Care Workforce Coalition can receive discounts on fees for select programs. Financial and respite care assistance is available to family caregivers through the La Crosse Aging Unit. Scholarships are available for the Gerontology Certificate Program. Call 608.785.6508 or langaard.kare@uwlax.edu to request an application form.
