A comprehensive programme designed for learners seeking deeper knowledge and broader understanding of geriatric and elderly care.
Learn the foundations of elderly and geriatric care through focused academic and practical learning.
3 Months
Included
Manipur University
Kochi, Kerala
Supporting older adults requires an understanding of both their healthcare needs and the physical, emotional and social changes that can accompany ageing. This three-month programme provides learners with a structured introduction to geriatric care.
The course covers the fundamentals of ageing and elderly health while introducing important areas such as personal care, mobility assistance, common age-related conditions, psychosocial support and effective communication. A dedicated practical component complements the theoretical learning.
The Certification in Geriatric Care is suitable for learners who want to develop foundational knowledge and practical understanding of elderly care. It can serve as a starting point for individuals interested in caregiving and elderly-support services, as well as those who want to strengthen their understanding of the physical, personal and emotional needs of older adults.
By the end of the programme, learners should be able to:
A foundation in ageing, gerontology and the changing needs of older adults.
Knowledge of common diseases and disorders that may affect people in later life.
Exposure to hygiene, daily living assistance, mobility and bedridden patient care.
An understanding of emotional needs, family support and psychosocial aspects of ageing.
Practical communication abilities relevant to real-life care situations.
Practical learning that complements the theoretical components of the programme.
Geriatric care is learned by doing. Alongside classroom sessions, the programme focuses on connecting what is taught to the real responsibilities involved in supporting an older adult — how to assist safely, how to observe carefully, and how to communicate with patience.
Guided practice of everyday care tasks such as personal care, positioning and safe assistance.
Working through real caregiving conversations - reassurance, consent, and family updates.
Recognising risk, preventing avoidable harm and knowing when to escalate to a clinician.
An internship is included as part of the programme, giving learners practical exposure to elderly-care environments alongside their studies. Internship placement details, duration and scheduling are confirmed by the Academy.
Discover diverse career pathways in geriatric care across home, residential, and healthcare support environments.
Applying is straightforward: choose your programme, send us an enquiry, speak with the Academy team, and complete the admission process with their guidance.
6 Months
Included
A comprehensive programme designed for learners seeking deeper knowledge and broader understanding of geriatric and elderly care.