Gerontology Diploma

Program Overview

The Diploma of Gerontology prepares students for careers in the field of aging, focusing on developing leaders who can improve practices in gerontological care. The program emphasizes holistic views of aging, current research, and practical experience through workshops and practicums. Graduates are equipped to work as program assistants, activity coordinators, and in various settings serving older adults.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Diploma of Gerontology will provide students with the background and experience to enter the gerontological field of practice.
• This program is designed for students who are interested in becoming health care support workers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
• The course is focused on developing and nurturing strong leaders in the field of aging who will be able to develop new policies, procedures, and interventions that will help improve the current standards of practice.
• This course uses holistic views of aging, as well as current academic research to provide students with the current best-practices in the industry.

Outline:

• Course Outline:
• Title of Course/Work Experience Component:
• GERO 100 Gerontology: Critical issues and Future Trends
• GERO 150 Social Policy and Issues on Aging
• GERO 180 Workshop Series on Aging: Current Developments in Caring for the Elderly
• GERO 255 Directed Studies
• GERO 285 Older Adults, Mental Health and Addictions
• GERO 305 Practicum 1
• GERO 295 Aging and Intersectionality
• GERO 375 Community Based Practice with Older Adults
• GERO 400 Advanced Practice with Older Adults
• GERO 420 Death and Dying
• GERO 425 Delirium, Dementia and Depression
• GERO 500 End of Life Care and Palliation
• GERO 350 Practicum 2
• GERO 599 Research Project or Community Project

Careers:

• Graduates will be able to work as:
• Program assistants
• Activity coordinators
• Job settings:
• Private and Public Retirement Homes
• Elder care/senior's activity coordinator
• Community/Social Worker
• Lifestyle and program assistants/manager