Train the Trainer programme
Empowering Elder Care through International Collaboration with a Focus on Ageing in Africa.
Free in depth training, 10-24 June 2024, Durban, South Africa
Our FREE Train the Trainer initiative, 10-21 June 2024 at Tafta in Durban, South Africa, is a collaborative effort between Tafta and CommonAge.
With a special focus on ageing in Africa, our exciting new training programme available both in person and online, aims to enhance elder care outcomes through international collaboration, emphasising knowledge sharing and capacity building.
Hosted by Tafta, the Association for the Aged a registered non-profit organisation dedicated to the alleviation of distress and the promotion of the welfare of aged persons living in the Durban area, our Train the Trainer programme is supported by the prestigious Fulbright Specialist programme, which allows for US academics and professionals to provide short-term training and expertise to international host organisations.
The Fulbright Specialist programme, known for its global impact, aligns perfectly with our vision of fostering collaboration and expertise exchange.
Our Train the Trainer programme is headed up by our Board Director, Dr Renu Abraham Varughese, a prominent clinical gerontologist, accomplished scholar, and an Associate Professor at Mercy University, New York, USA, and focuses on critical areas such as:
- understanding neurological changes in ageing, and its impact on the cognitive and physiological functioning of older adults
- dementia and how best to manage challenging behaviour
- person centred planning and care
- comprehensive assessment tools for older persons, and building capacity through the Train the Trainer approach.
Free to attend, participants will gain valuable insights and skills to improve care practices for older adults in African care settings and contexts.
Who will benefit from this training?
Anyone who is working in the field of caring for older people such as:
- Directors of care organisations
- Care Managers
- Community carers
- Nurses
- Social workers
- Occupational therapists
- Activity coordinators
- Commissioners of services
The Training Programme will run from 10-21 June 2024 at Tafta in Durban, South Africa.
Participants can choose between in-person or virtual attendance options.
We can accommodate 28 participants in person and offer the online option to applicants living outside of South Africa.
Register your interest by completing the application form on the link below.
For further details contact Carmel Murugen, carmel@tafta.org.za.
This initiative promises to be a transformative experience for all involved, and we very much look forward to welcoming you to Tafta.
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