Emeritus

NC.OAD 001 ISSUES IN HEALTHY AGING FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Examines issues of aging and the related concerns of the older adult, emphasizing the age-specific challenges associated with health, law, finances, as well as personal and social relationships. Includes information on caregiving and assisting self and others with ongoing health conditions.

NC.OAD 007 THEATRE APPRECIATION FOR OLDER ADULTS: 6.00 hours - 18.00 hours Experience live theatre performances while fostering a deeper appreciation for the magic of theatre. Students will explore the history of this art form, connecting it to their present lives and the experiences of young and older adults, while observing how theatre can provide cognitive, social, and physical benefits. This course will allow students to see and experience theatre through the lens of the: director, actor, critic, and audience.

NC.OAD 008 CREATIVE EXPRESSION THROUGH ACTING FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Develops skills in creative expression for older adults through acting and storytelling. Acting and storytelling topics explored may include solo performance, improvisation, scene work and/or musical theatre. End of class public performance may be offered.

NC.OAD 009 AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL STORYTELLING THROUGH THE ONE PERSON SHOW FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Develops storytelling skills through writing and performing/reading an original solo piece. Utilize reminiscing, spontaneous writing, improvisation, and instructor/group feedback to improve writing and performance skills. End of class performances or readings may be offered.

NC.OAD 010 AQUATIC FITNESS FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Examines the theory and practice of aquatic fitness for older adults. The physical and mental wellbeing of older adults is improved through aerobic conditioning, strength training, and stretch activities in a water environment. Swim skills are not required.

NC.OAD 011 DRAWING FOR OLDER ADULTS: 24.00 hours - 36.00 hours Explores perceptual and technical skills of drawing. Create an original drawing using various drawing techniques including dry and fluid media for the older adult population. Focus on single objects, still life, and landscape.

NC.OAD 012 WATERCOLOR FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 36.00 hours Introduces older adult students to the basic techniques and strategies for creating original works with watercolor. An emphasis will be placed on composition, color mixing, watercolor application, and color theory.

NC.OAD 013 YOGA FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Introduces essential yoga poses for older adults to promote overall healthy aging. An emphasis will be placed on restorative yoga poses to improve physical fitness and health. Relaxation techniques for stress management will also be covered.

NC.OAD 014 BOOK BINDING AND BOOK DESIGN FOR OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 36.00 hours Introduction to book binding, including Western and Eastern techniques, materials, book structure, and design.

NC.OAD 020 CURRENT EVENTS AND ISSUES IMPACTING OLDER ADULTS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Analyze and discuss current events and issues impacting older adults with an emphasis on improving communication and critical thinking skills.

NC.OAD 080 PHOTOGRAPHY FOR OLDER ADULTS: 8.00 hours - 27.00 hours Explores the technical skills used in photography emphasizing the compositional guidelines that create an image. Includes downloading, organizing, sharing and emailing images. It is recommended that students have access to a camera: including DSLR, smartphone, or point and shoot camera. Field trips may be required.

NC.OAD 081 PHOTOGRAPHIC PRESENTATIONS FOR OLDER ADULTS: 8.00 hours - 27.00 hours Explores techniques to create digital visual/audio presentations and slide shows. Field trips may be required.

NC.OAD 082 PHOTOGRAPHING NATURE FOR OLDER ADULTS: 8.00 hours - 27.00 hours Introduces technical skills for photographing nature, including image composition techniques and file management. It is recommended that students have access to DLSR, smartphone, or point and shoot camera. Field trips may be required.

NC.OAD 083 PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE FOR OLDER ADULTS: 8.00 hours - 27.00 hours Introduces technical skills for photographing people, including image composition techniques and file management. It is recommended that students have access to DLSR, smartphone, or point and shoot camera. Field trips may be required.

NC.OAD 100 HEALTH AND FITNESS: 18.00 hours - 54.00 hours Examines the theory and practice of health and skill related physical fitness activities for older adults with an emphasis on maintaining independence in daily activities. Improves physical and mental well being through life-sustaining exercise strategies and discussions on disease and injury prevention.