The Ageing Process 

  • Author: L Kelly
  • Level: 3
  • Study time: 1 hour and 36 minutes
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The ageing process is a natural part of life, but it affects everyone differently. This course explores the physical, emotional, and psychological changes that occur with ageing, covering key systems such as musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, digestive, nervous, and respiratory functions. You’ll learn about common age-related conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, dementia, and incontinence, as well as strategies for maintaining health, wellbeing, and quality of life in older adults.

This course is aligned to (US23387)
  • Video time: 1hr, 36 mins
  • Quiz: 1
  • Assessment: 1
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Why this course is important?


Understanding the ageing process is crucial for providing compassionate and effective care to older adults. With knowledge of how ageing affects different body systems, caregivers can recognise early signs of health issues, support independence, and enhance the quality of life for those they care for. This course empowers support workers to adapt their approach to meet the evolving needs of ageing individuals, promoting dignity, comfort, and holistic wellbeing.
Meet the instructor

Leigh Kelly

Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.

She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.

She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities.
Patrick Jones - Course author