Multimorbidity and Complexity of Medicines Use in Older People

Explores multimorbidity and complexity of medicines use in older people including guidance for safe medicines use, common medications for multiple conditions balancing the risks and benefits of medicines use for robust and frail older people.

• Develop practical skills to manage the multimorbidity and complexity of medicines use in older adults for better outcomes.
• Gain a clear understanding of how ageing, frailty, and physiological changes shift the balance of benefits and harms.
• Strengthen your ability to review complex regimens, identify medication‑related risks, optimise treatments across multiple conditions, and apply evidence‑based deprescribing with confidence.

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To apply for the 20 July start date, choose the following options:

• Which programme are you applying for? Certificate
• Programme - Certificate of Proficiency
• Major/Specialisation - Healthcare (Online)
• When do you want to start your studies? 2026 Semester Two
• Select your preferred campus location - University of Auckland Online
• Which course do you wish to enrol in? Multimorbidity and Complexity of Medicines Use in Older People