Aging Courses and Certifications

Understanding Dementia

14442 reviews

This is a course about dementia looking at a broad range of topics including, basic brain anatomy, pathology, dementia research...

• Independent
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

• Best of All Time

Nutrition, Exercise and Sports

1214 reviews

Learn about Nutrition, Exercise and Sports and understand how nutrition can support exercise and sports performance.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Newcastle University;  The University of Sheffield;  University of Liverpool

The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age

324 reviews

Demystify the ageing process and learn how our everyday behaviours are likely to affect our long-term musculoskeletal health.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Nutrition and Health: Human Microbiome

799 reviews

Learn how you can impact your health by balancing your gut health; how your microbiome together with your diet can improve normal gut function. A balanced microbiome and nutritional intake can avoid disorders like IBS, obesity and diabetes.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Living Long, Living Well: Aging with Flourish

1 review

Explore the biology of aging, learn about brain changes, and discover practical advice for living a long, healthy life in this informative Harvard Medical School seminar.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Changing Sleep Patterns As We Age

Explore age-related sleep changes, factors affecting sleep quality, and strategies for better rest with Stanford's Dr. Mehrdad Ayati in this informative talk on sleep patterns in older adults.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Psychology of Adulthood & Aging for Teachers: Professional Development

Comprehensive exploration of adult psychology and aging for educators, covering physical, cognitive, and social aspects to enhance understanding and professional development.

• Study.com
• 1 day 6 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Complex Time - Hallmarks of Biological Failure

Explore biological failure through interdisciplinary perspectives, examining hallmarks, causes, and potential interventions in aging and disease processes across species and systems.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Toward a New Understanding of Aging, Adaptation, and the Arrow of Time

Explore the interplay between biological aging, adaptation, and time through examples from physics research, aiming to identify pathways for healthy aging and formulate a new concept of complex time.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Stay Fit As You Age

128 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Make the choice to stay fit as you get older with this course that teaches you the fundamentals of exercise and provides a series of video workouts to help keep you on track.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 9 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fujian Medical University

Gerontological Nursing

Master comprehensive elderly care practices, from daily health management to end-of-life support, covering physical assessments, mental health, medication safety, and specialized nursing interventions for common age-related conditions.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TED

Aging as a Disease: A Cure-Based Approach to Longevity

Explore the future of aging as a treatable condition, examining longevity genes, calorie restriction, and potential drug therapies to extend healthy lifespan.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Combating the Effects of Aging for Longer, Healthier Lives

Explore groundbreaking insights on combating aging effects and extending healthy lifespans with biomedical gerontologist Aubrey de Grey's thought-provoking presentation.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

EvoEcoSeminars

The Evolution of Aging, the Great Transition, and the Increasing Risk of Chronic Disease

Explore aging's evolution, the Great Transition's impact on human biology and culture, and the increasing risk of chronic diseases in modern societies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Common Causes of Pain in the Aging Hand

Explore common causes of hand pain in aging adults and learn about potential treatments from an orthopaedic hand surgeon. Gain insights into maintaining hand health and function as you age.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video