Client Safety

Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

About this course

Protecting those in your care starts with awareness. In this course, you will learn:

What neglect, abuse, and exploitation mean
Different forms of elder abuse—physical, emotional, sexual, and property-related
Common warning signs to watch for
How to respond and report concerns
CMS guidelines and responsibilities for caregivers

Stay informed. Stay alert. Speak up to protect those who can’t.

Duration: 60 mins

What you'll learn

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

Define neglect, abuse, and exploitation in a caregiving context
Recognize common warning signs for each type
Identify types of abuse: physical, emotional, sexual, and financial
Take appropriate steps to report and respond to suspected cases
Understand your legal and ethical responsibilities as a caregiver

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