Interested in meeting the challenge of promoting health, wellness, and quality of life for older adults in the health and social care systems? This Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills, gained through a field placement, to prepare professionals to work with older people in a community or institutional setting and to better understand the process of aging.

Graduates may find employment in a variety of heath care agencies and institutions that provide services for the older adult population.

To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within three years.

Transfer of Academic Credit (Exemption)
If you possess qualifications beyond the entry level of your program (such as successful completion of another college, university or professional association course) you may be eligible for a Transfer of Academic Credit (or exemption) from an individual course. Official transcripts and course outlines are required at the time of application. For information or to apply for a Transfer of Academic Credit, please contact the Registrar’s Office at 613-727-0002 or Toll Free at 1-800-565-GRAD.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is a process to help you identify learning gained from life and work experiences and translate that learning into College credits that could help you achieve your diploma or certificate in less time. For more information, please contact the PLAR Coordinator at 613-727-4723 ext. 7027.