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Course Description

Master Healthy Aging: A Medical Perspective | Examine the key principles and practices for maintaining health and well-being as we age. Discover a comprehensive overview of the physical, mental and social aspects of aging, with practical strategies to enhance quality of life in the later years. Note: Ideal for adults interested in learning about healthy aging, caregivers and anyone seeking to improve their own or their loved ones' quality of life as they age. Instructor is a licensed nurse practitioner. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

List five key principles for healthy aging and list four key routine screenings, the guidelines and timelines for the recommended screenings for older adults; Discover three tactics to incorporate meal planning and nutritional habits into daily life; Name five benefits of exercise among older adults and demonstrate examples of recommended exercises such as aerobics, strength, balance, and flexibility training; Identify three risk factors for cognitive decline, such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and comorbid health conditions, and discuss their impact on brain health; Develop evidence-based strategies to prevent falls and practice examples of home modifications, balance training, and preventative exercises.
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Section Title
Severn | Master Healthy Aging: A Medical Perspective
Section Schedule
Oct 07, 2026 to Nov 18, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
5:00PM to 6:30PM
Dates
Oct 07, 2026 to Nov 04, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
5:00PM to 6:30PM
Dates
Nov 18, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
9.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Instructors
  • Janet Paydo

Section Notes

Severn | Master Healthy Aging: A Medical Perspective | No class Nov. 11 | Examine the key principles and practices for maintaining health and well-being as we age. Discover a comprehensive overview of the physical, mental, and social aspects of aging, with practical strategies to enhance quality of life in the later years. This course is ideal for adults interested in learning about healthy aging, caregivers, and anyone seeking to improve their own or their loved ones quality of life as they age. Note: Instructor is a licensed Nurse Practitioner, CRNP.
Section Title
Online | Master Healthy Aging: A Medical Perspective
Type
Online
Days
M
Time
5:15PM to 6:45PM
Dates
Nov 09, 2026 to Dec 14, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
9.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 08, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 08, 2026
Instructors
  • Janet Paydo

Section Notes

Online | Master Healthy Aging: A Medical Perspective | Examine the key principles and practices for maintaining health and well-being as we age. Discover a comprehensive overview of the physical, mental, and social aspects of aging, with practical strategies to enhance quality of life in the later years. This course is ideal for adults interested in learning about healthy aging, caregivers, and anyone seeking to improve their own or their loved ones quality of life as they age. Note: Instructor is a licensed Nurse Practitioner, CRNP. Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays from 5:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. is mandatory for section 901.
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