Presented by Lifespan in partnership with the Finger Lakes Geriatric Education Center (FLGEC) at the University of Rochester, this 10 class online course (20 noncredit contact hours) offers a unique opportunity for professionals to learn more about the complex dynamics of elder abuse. Each class is taught by New York State and national experts in the elder abuse field, with whom students will have the opportunity to interact. You may obtain a certificate after completing the full course, or you may choose to take just some of the classes.

Target audience: Professionals who work with older adults and their caregivers. Date/Time: Every other Tuesday from 3-5pm between 1/5/27 to 5/11/27. CEUs available (2 per class). Take the whole course or specific session(s) of interest (to receive the certificate, participation in all 10 classes is required).

Sessions: Intro to Elder Abuse, Types of EA Panel Discussion, Trauma-informed Responses, Ageism, Safety Planning, Legal/Civil Options, Underserved Survivors Panel, Elder Abuse Policy, Scams and Identity Theft, General Interventions

Cost: $500 ($400 early bird or E-MDT member). One session $60 ($48 early bird)