Diploma in Elderly Care
Course Description
The Diploma in Elderly Care aims to equip you with the skills and competences to handle elderly people with health issues, as well as challenges presented in working with multidisciplinary teams within an elderly care setting. The course covers the physical, psychological, nutritional and mental aspects of human health, as well as the tools you will need to deal with illnesses and challenging behaviour.
Additionally, you will be introduced to quality management, leadership, and public policy and legal basis for elderly care.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess the following:
- a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject);
AND
- a pass in English Language* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
Preference will be given to prospective applicants having a year of work experience related to the study programme.
* Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at:
- candidates seeking a career and a formal qualification in elderly care;
- candidates from healthcare settings seeking to upgrade their academic pathway with a focus on providing elderly care;
- candidates who wish to progress in their studies along the further and higher education route, whilst broadening their chances of advancing in their own career path.
Career Paths
This programme aims to prepare you for caregiver/caregiver supervisory roles, in line with the National Occupational Standards for Elderly Care.
Modules
You are required to complete all 10 modules (60 ECTS) to obtain the Diploma in Elderly Care.
If you stop here, you will get:
Private: Certificate in Elderly Care
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Diploma in Elderly Care
How you’ll be assessed
The programme comprises a total of 10 modules.
Methods of assessment depend on the module and can be assessed in various modes.
Course Intake Dates
TBC 2024
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