Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
| Official Abbreviation | GradCertGerontology |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| Fees | CSP or Full Fee |
| Total Credit Points | 24 |
| Overview | The course provides core foundation units essential for any student studying gerontology. Designed for health professionals working in the broad health, ageing, and community services sectors, the certificate provides an introduction to gerontology, dementia and contemporary gerontology issues as well as an understanding of management issues and practices in this field. The units are the core foundation units for the Graduate Diploma and Master in Gerontology providing an opportunity for articulation and continued study in gerontology. |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | A candidate must: (a) hold a degree of a University in health or a related field; or (b) hold a three year diploma relevant to the award; or (c) have professional standing and successful professional practice relevant to the award. |
| Career Opportunities | Advanced clinician, middle and senior management in aged care, community and acute care. |
| Academic Colours |
peony red (BCC 37) |
| Further Information | 
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1.Admission
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a degree of a university in health or a related field; or
(b) hold a three year diploma relevant to the award; or
(c) have professional standing and successful professional practice relevant to the award.
2. Course Requirements
2.1. To qualify for Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, a candidate shall pass 24 credit points as specified in Rule 2.2. and 5.
2.2. The course shall comprise all units in Group 1.
3.Period of Candidature
The maximum period of candidature shall be
(a) one year as a full-time candidate; or
(b) two years as a part-time candidate.
4.Progress and Conduct
Refer to the University General Rule on Academic Progress.
5. Units Offered
All units listed below for this award have a value of six credit points.
Group 1
HSGR 420, 421, 426; HSHM 449.