• Observation Documentation and Reporting (ODR)

Skin Changes with Age

    About this course


    For aides who will be allowed to help with the skin care, the content in this course must be combined with approved classroom training to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. This course teaches:

    • Normal skin changes from aging
    • Recognizing common skin changes
    • Serious skin conditions
    • Reporting skin changes
    • Duration: 45 mins

    What you'll learn

    By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

    • Identify normal skin changes associated with aging and related ADL risks
    • Recognize common skin issues such as bruises, rashes, and skin tags
    • Detect serious skin conditions including pressure ulcers, diabetes-related changes, and shingles
    • Report skin changes effectively to supervisors, document accurately, and communicate with family and care team members

    This course includes


    • Audio Included
    • How-to instructional videos
    • Interactive learning activities
    • Knowledge checks
    • Designed specifically for adult learners
    • Certificate of completion
    • Closed captions and audio included
    • 100% online access
    • English