Transferability

Care for aging population is a field where professional competencies naturally overlap across health professions. Whether it is communication skills, the use of digital health technologies, the ability to conduct complex geriatric assessments, or promoting healthy aging, these competencies are essential for each healthcare discipline.

In clinical environments, specialists with different backgrounds work side by side in interprofessional teams. A shared understanding of the aging process and age-related health challenges not only strengthens communication but also enables more holistic diagnosis, treatment, and management of older adults.

In many Allied Health Sciences institutions, the education of nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nutritionists, and sometimes medical students is structured in modular formats and delivered through shared learning platforms (LMS). This interconnected setup naturally supports the exchange of ideas and the transfer of teaching materials across departments. As a result, the content from this manual can be integrated into a wide range of programs, such as occupational therapy, nutritional sciences, health and social services, rehabilitation counselling, and medical studies.

In particular, course contents on Health Literacy, Digital Health, Geriatric Assessments, and Healthy Aging can be easily adapted to different educational contexts. They provide undergraduate students with universally relevant knowledge and skills that strengthen their readiness for interprofessional healthcare practice.