Yakili | Lowersixth Commercial HEC Family Life Education and Gerontology

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Lowersixth Commercial HEC Family Life Education and Gerontology

By - Michael Rolex
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166 Hours 40 Min
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Course Requirements

The course for Cameroon Lower Sixth Commercial Home Economics (HEC) Family Life Education and Gerontology on the Yakili app must provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand family dynamics, address societal issues related to family life, and grasp the principles of caring for the aging population (Gerontology).

The syllabus covers the psychological, social, and economic aspects of family life across the lifespan, with a focus on aging.

Core Modules for Lower Sixth Family Life Education and Gerontology

Module	Key Topics (Examples)	Application in Social Life
1. The Family Unit	Definition and Functions of the family. Types of Family Structures (Nuclear, Extended, Single-parent, etc.). Roles and Responsibilities of family members.	Understanding the diversity and essential roles of the family in society.
2. Family Development and Planning	Stages of the Family Life Cycle (formation, expansion, contraction, dissolution). Family Planning (methods and importance). Parenting styles and responsibilities.	Making informed decisions regarding family formation and growth.
3. Communication and Conflict Resolution	Effective Communication skills (verbal and non-verbal). Causes and effects of Family Conflict. Techniques for Conflict Resolution and mediation.	Maintaining healthy, harmonious family relationships.
4. Family Resource Management	Financial Management within the family (budgeting, savings, debt management). Managing Crises (illness, loss of income, natural disaster) and resilience building.	Ensuring the economic stability and well-being of the family unit.
5. Introduction to Gerontology	Definition and Importance of Gerontology. Physical and Psychological Changes associated with aging. Addressing myths and stereotypes about the elderly.	Developing a foundational understanding of the aging process.
6. Care of the Elderly	Healthcare needs of the elderly (nutrition, mobility, common diseases). Social and Emotional Needs (combating loneliness, maintaining social engagement). Safety and Security in the home environment for older persons.	Providing compassionate and competent care for older family members.

The course needs to address sensitive social issues with clear, empathetic, and research-based content.

Scenario-Based Learning: Use interactive, ethical scenarios where students must apply learned conflict resolution techniques or make decisions about elder care (e.g., "How would you mediate a disagreement between siblings about an aging parent's care?").
Expert Interviews: Feature short video interviews with Cameroonian professionals (e.g., social workers, geriatric nurses, family counselors) discussing common local challenges and solutions related to family dynamics and aging.
Resource Templates: Provide downloadable templates for a simple family budget or a Care Plan Checklist for an elderly person.
Empathy Building: Integrate reflective writing assignments or discussion forums that encourage students to share and reflect on the perspectives of different family members, especially older adults.
Visual Aids: Use clear flowcharts to illustrate the stages of the family life cycle and diagrams showing safety modifications for a home environment to prevent falls in the elderly.

Course Description

This Yakili online course, aligned with the Cameroon GCE Advanced Level Commercial stream Home Economics (HEC) syllabus, provides students with a crucial, comprehensive understanding of Family Life Education and Gerontology. The curriculum focuses on the sociological, psychological, and economic aspects of the Family Unit, exploring its diverse structures, the Stages of the Family Life Cycle, and the essential skills needed for maintaining healthy family relationships, such as effective communication and conflict resolution. A significant component of the course is dedicated to Gerontology, which covers the physical, psychological, and social changes associated with aging. Students learn the unique healthcare, social, and safety needs of the elderly and are equipped with the knowledge to provide compassionate and competent care. Through scenario-based learning and expert insights, this course prepares students to manage family dynamics, apply resource management to family finances, and address the growing societal challenges related to aging and elder care.

Course Outcomes

Upon completion, the student will be able to:

Family Analysis: $\checkmark$ Identify and evaluate different family structures and stages of the Family Life Cycle, and analyze the various roles and responsibilities within them.
Interpersonal Skills: $\checkmark$ Demonstrate proficiency in using effective communication techniques and applying constructive methods for conflict resolution within the family unit.
Gerontological Awareness: $\checkmark$ Explain the physical, psychological, and social changes associated with aging and understand the unique needs and challenges of the elderly population.
Elderly Care Planning: $\checkmark$ Develop a basic, comprehensive care plan for an older person, considering their nutritional, health, social, and safety requirements.
Crisis Management: $\checkmark$ Apply principles of resource management to budget effectively and plan for and manage common family crises and transitions.