Certificate Programme in Elderly Emergency Mental Health
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we have Dr. Samantha Williams, a renowned mental health expert and the instructor of the Certificate Programme in Elderly Emergency Mental Health. Dr. Williams, can you tell us about your personal experiences that led you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've worked in mental health for over two decades and have seen a growing need for professionals who understand the unique mental health challenges of the elderly. This course is my way of addressing that need. HOST: That's commendable. Can you share some current industry trends that this course addresses? GUEST: Certainly, with the global population aging rapidly, there's an increasing demand for mental health professionals with expertise in elderly care. This course equips learners with the necessary skills to meet this demand. HOST: That's a significant challenge. What are some of the obstacles you've faced or observed in teaching this subject? GUEST: One of the main challenges is the misconception that mental health issues are a normal part of aging. This course dispels that myth and provides learners with evidence-based strategies to assess and manage these issues. HOST: That's a crucial point. Looking forward, what do you see as the future of elderly mental health care? GUEST: I believe we'll see more integration of mental health care into primary care settings for the elderly, and this course prepares learners for that future. HOST: Dr. Williams, thank you for your time and for creating such a valuable course. GUEST: My pleasure, thank you for having me.
