The Gerontology and Palliative Care – Interprofessional Practice Postgraduate Certificate at Georgian College is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in caring for aging populations and individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. You will explore current theories and best practices in geriatrics and palliative care, focusing on enhancing the quality of life and dying process for clients. This program is ideal if you are passionate about providing compassionate, person-centred care and wish to develop advanced skills in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation within an interprofessional healthcare team.
This full-time, on-campus postgraduate certificate is studied over one year, offering a blend of intensive classroom instruction and practical application. You will engage with core subjects including the pathophysiology of aging, legal and ethical issues, and specialized topics in geriatrics, alongside a comprehensive introduction to palliative care principles. The curriculum emphasizes communication, spirituality, ethics, law, and culturally responsive care. You will consolidate your learning through a significant practicum placement, gaining hands-on experience in diverse settings and graduating prepared for impactful roles in geriatric and palliative care.