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Program | Activation Co- ordinator/ Gerontology | Faculty | Health & Wellness |
Credential | Ontario College Certificate | Duration | 1 years |
Starting Month | September | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
Activation Co-ordinator/Gerontology is a unique diploma program that will teach you the specialized skills required to work with older adults. Over the course of two years, you’ll learn how to design therapeutic programs for older adults that consider the physical, mental and spiritual perspectives of the aging process.
You’ll start by developing strong communication skills – both from a management and interpersonal perspective. This work requires the ability to work with people across different life stages so effective communication skills are essential to the job.
You’ll also study the science and theory behind aging. This in-depth look at the biological changes of aging includes an understanding of diseases often related to aging like Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Hands-on learning is a major component of this program. To help you gain confidence as you learn to create specialized therapeutic programs, you’ll get lots of practice both on-site at our 21,000+ square foot Simulation Centre facility and off-site with one of our field placement partners. You’ll also learn proper documentation and Resident Assessment Instrument – Minimum Data Set (RAI-MDS) training.
Admission Requirement:
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
Grade 12 English (C ) or (U) with a minimum grade of 65
Attending an information session is highly recommended.
Admissions decisions are based on academic credit; however, it is recommended that applicants accumulate at least 40 volunteer hours, preferably working with older adults, prior to applying.
** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Tuition Fees:
Application Fee | $95 |
Base Tuition Fee | $13,520 for 2 semesters $20,280 for 3 Semesters |
Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student association membership, etc.) | $1,500 |
Mandatory Health Insurance | $570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug) $388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug) $204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug) |
Public Transportation ( Per year), estimated | $1,500 |
Books and supplies (estimated per year) | $1,000-$1,200 |
Career：
The increase in the number of older adults has created a growing demand for workers with knowledge and skills specific to the needs of later life.
Graduates are employed as Activation Co-ordinators in:
day centres
community centres
nursing homes
retirement homes
community-based service agencies
As Canada's population continues to age, employment opportunities are growing rapidly.
Graduates are eligible to write the Ontario Dental Assistants Association (ODAA) Certified Dental Receptionist (CDR) examination. If successful, they are recognized as Certified Dental Receptionists. Please visit the Ontario Dental Assistants Association website to learn more about this certification and the associated fee.
Link to George Brown Official Website
http://www.georgebrown.ca/C102-2017-2018/
