Graduate Certificate – Enhanced Professional Practice – Gerontology and Chronic Illness
Overview
This one-year program is geared to experienced internationally educated nurses holding a four-year bachelor’s degree in nursing. Through theoretical, clinical practice, and simulated learning, this graduate certificate in gerontology and chronic illness in Canada focuses on caring for seniors throughout the continuum of care in a variety of settings. It allows students to strengthen their ability to care for seniors living with chronic illness and support their families.
Nursing excellence across the domains of practice is optimized within the context of the Canadian health-care system. A professional socialization framework is emphasized, ensuring nurses adapt effectively to Canadian practice. The graduate certificate in gerontology and chronic illness in Canada provides internationally educated nurses with the advanced skills, cultural understanding, and clinical expertise required to deliver high-quality care for aging populations.
University Details
As one of Ontario’s fastest growing public colleges, Conestoga is known for its comprehensive range of career-focused educational programs. Established in 1967, the college advocates technology-enhanced learning, with emphasis on online and mobile learning platforms. With over 200 certificate, diploma, degree and post-graduate programs in sought-after streams; many with co-op options, an education at Conestoga combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training that equips students for professional success. Small class sizes ensure that each student gets individual attention, and the project-based learning curriculum ensures that graduates are job-ready on course completion. Popular programs at Conestoga include Graduate Certificates in Healthcare Administration, Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness, and Gerontology, among others. Over 7,000 international students are enrolled in a wide variety of study programs, and you’ll feel right at home in the multicultural and diverse student population here!
Duration: 1 year
Delivery mode :Online/on campus
Course Outcome
- This program will prepare graduates with the knowledge and authentic experience necessary for them to enter confidently into the Canadian health-care workforce. Equip yourself with the capabilities to work as a nurse in the areas of long-term care, community-based care and general internal medicine.