Certificate Programme in Personalized Health Management for Seniors
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Peterson, an expert in geriatric health and the lead instructor for the new course, "Certificate Programme in Personalized Health Management for Seniors". Welcome, Sarah! GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to be here! HOST: To start, could you share a bit about your personal experiences that led you to focus on health management for seniors? GUEST: Absolutely. I've always been passionate about working with older adults. Over the years, I've seen how empowering it can be for seniors to take control of their health, and that inspired me to create this course. HOST: Speaking of the course, could you briefly describe its main objectives and what students can expect to learn? GUEST: Of course. This certificate program aims to equip seniors and their caregivers with practical skills in chronic disease management, nutrition, and healthy aging. Students will learn about medication adherence, fitness plans, stress reduction techniques, and more. HOST: That sounds comprehensive. Are there any current industry trends that this course addresses or takes into account? GUEST: Yes, we focus on personalized health plans, which are increasingly recognized as essential for promoting vitality and independence in seniors. The course also covers telehealth, a growing trend in healthcare that's especially relevant during the pandemic. HOST: What challenges have you faced in creating and teaching this course, and how have you addressed them? GUEST: One challenge was ensuring the course was accessible and engaging for older learners. We've incorporated interactive exercises and made the content flexible for online learning to address this. HOST: Looking toward the future, where do you see the field of personalized health management for seniors heading? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see a shift toward individualized care, with a stronger emphasis on prevention and self-management. This course is designed to prepare students for that future. HOST: Dr. Peterson, thank you so much for joining us today and sharing valuable insights about this exciting new course. I'm sure our listeners will be eager to learn more and enroll in the "Certificate Programme in Personalized Health Management for Seniors". GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm looking forward to seeing many seniors and caregivers benefit from this program.
