Graduate Certificate in Gerontology

Gerontology in canada

Overview

The Gerontology program is ideal for nurses who are interested in enhancing their foundational knowledge and building leadership skills in caring for the health of older adults in diverse settings. Graduates of this program will combine their new, advanced learning with their previous professional credentials and experience to provide exemplary service to this growing population.

  • Program Information
  • Course Structure
  • Admission Requirements
  • Career Opportunities
  • Additional Requirements

Jan'25

Program Status Accepting Applications
Location
Welland, Ontario
Credential
Ontario College Certificate
Start Date
TBC

Registration Fee
*Registration fee is non refundable.

Rs.11800(including GST)*

Tuition Fee
*Tuition fee is subject to change.

CAD 19,145.90*
Program Status Accepting Applications
Location
Welland, Ontario
Credential
Ontario College Certificate
Start Date
TBC

Registration Fee
*Registration fee is non refundable.

Rs.11800(including GST)*

Tuition Fee
*Tuition fee is subject to change.

CAD 19,645.90*
Study at INSCOL

Academic Study Skills Module

The objective of this 4-6 weeks foundation course is to enhance academic study, IT& soft skills of the students. The academic study module emphasizes on writing, reflective & assignment making skills.

Study at Niagara College
Semester 1
  • Fundamental Clinical Skills
  • Health and Aging in Canada
  • Older Adult and Long Term Care Nursing
  • Healthy Aging in the Community
  • Advanced Communication in Nursing
Semester 2
  • Gerontological Nursing Practice
  • Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice
  • Nursing Leadership
  • Introduction to Evidence Based Nursing
  • Older Adult and Hospital Based Nursing
  • Applicants must have completed a Degree/ Diploma in Nursing and should be registered with the Nursing Council of their country of education.
  • IELTS requirement of minimum 6.0 bands overall, or, PTE of minimum of 60 score overall.
  • IELTS/PTE is not required in case the candidate is from an English speaking country.
  • Clinic or medical centre
  • Community healthcare organization
  • Hospital
  • Long-term care facility
  • Seniors’ residence
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:
  • A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
  • Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
  • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
  • Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.
Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)
 

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