Graduate Certificate - Gerontology - Interprofessional Practice (GIP2)
Supporting and enhancing the lives of the aging person and their families is a growing and dynamic field. In fact, for the first time in Canadian history, there are more people over the age of 65, than under the age of 15, which means careers working with seniors are in demand.
Course details
Supporting and enhancing the lives of the aging person and their families is a growing and dynamic field. In fact, for the first time in Canadian history, there are more people over the age of 65, than under the age of 15, which means careers working with seniors are in demand.
This graduate certificate program is designed to offer students the knowledge and skills needed to enhance their professional practice in the care of aging adults. Students with previous experience in social work, recreation and leisure, developmental disabilities and allied health, will develop expertise in the collaborative person-centered care of the aging person through advanced concepts such as geriatric mental health, cultural diversity, thanatology, therapeutic recreation and inclusive practice.
Students will also be provided a 200 hour, interprofessional field placement which includes research opportunities within a community organization. This valuable experience prepares graduates for employment in a range of settings including senior centers, day and leisure programs, research and education services, retirement homes, long term care facilities, group homes and home support services.
Selected University Details
As one of Ontario’s largest colleges, the Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology serves the greater London region by providing flexible, experiential education opportunities that are aligned with labour market needs. Through four campuses in London, Simcoe, St. Thomas and Woodstock , Fanshawe is home to over 43,000 students and offers more than 200 degree, diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs. The college aims to help students reach their maximum potential, achieving success in disciplines that include applied arts, business, health care, human services, hospitality and technology. A significant benefit of studying at Fanshawe is their large number of co-operative education programs; over 50 at present, which is considerably more than any other college in Canada. These programs combine valuable, paid work experience together with the academic program, helping students to get valuable real-life experience even during the course of their study. Healthcare students can undertake Certificate programs in Gerontology Practice and Health Systems Management.
Fanshawe College
Canada
Duration : 1 year
Delivery mode : Online/On campus
Entry Criteria
- IELTS overall 6.5 not less than 6
- Agregate 65% in Bachelors
View Details: https://www.fanshawec.ca/programs/gip2-gerontology-interprofessional-practice/next
This program will provide a broad range of community service and health care professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with older adults. Graduates may find employment opportunities in settings such as retirement, long term care, group homes, day programs, case management and home support services.
Global recognition; accredited to TEQSA and accepted in most of the countries worldwide especially in the UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand etc
- Minimum Level of Education Required: 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
- Min GPA: 65.0%
- Relevant academic background information is required
