School: Fanshawe College

Program：Gerontology - Interprofessional Practice

Program Description:
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 centred 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 organizations. This valuable experience prepares graduates for employment in a range of settings including senior centres, day and leisure programs, research and education services, retirement homes, long term care facilities, group homes and home support services. 

Advantages:

This graduate certificate program is designed to offer students the relevant knowledge and skills needed to enhance their professional practice in the care of the specialized population of aging adults.  Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in recreation and leadership, geriatric mental health, thanatology, and social interventions that support quality of life and person-centred care.  Participation in an interprofessional field placement with community organizations will further prepare graduates for employment in diverse settings involving the support of seniors in residential, leisure, or day programs as well as in educational or case coordination services.

Admission Requirement:

A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education as judged by the College*
OR
Five years of work experience in the health or human services industry as judged by the College to be equivalent*

Note:
-*Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover letter that includes details of work experience.

Tuition Fees:

Canadian Students

International Students

Career:

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 working in interprofessional teams within senior centres, day and leisure programs, retirement homes, long term care facilities, group homes or home support services.  Students may also find employment in educational and health promotion programs for seniors or supporting seniors in a case coordination role.

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