Geriatric Medicine (Online) Learna - Diploma MSc

Overview

Our MSc in Geriatric Medicine is designed specifically for healthcare professionals who want to expand their clinical geriatric care knowledge, skills and confidence in dealing with the complex health and social needs of the elderly care.

What sets our geriatric medicine MSc apart is the holistic approach we adopt; we recognise the importance of community and the solution oriented asset-based approach in our teaching.

Our geriatric medicine MSc allows students to really refine their passion and develop critical research skills by undertaking a professional project of their choosing in a subject relevant to geriatric medicine.

• an application for CPD approval has been submitted to the Federation of the Royal Colleges of the Physicians of the UK (RCP), allowing graduates to receive CPD points accredited by the RCP

Studying a masters in geriatric care will equip you with specialist knowledge on a number of interesting subjects, including confusion and dementia, frailty and continence, and many more topics essential for providing comprehensive and ethical care to older people and communities.

Choosing an MSc geriatric medicine distance learning option allows you to study from anywhere in the world - and with our self-directed learning structure, you can balance studying part-time with working full-time and other personal commitments. At Learna, we have selected a handful of top geriatric medical care experts to deliver elderly care courses through our exceptional online faculty, meaning that you will receive unparalleled guidance and support throughout the programme.

Becoming a part of our multidisciplinary learning community allows you to expand your network; you will join thousands of other healthcare professionals around the world, with whom you can share insights and best practices as you embark on a geriatric care course to enhance your career prospects.

On successful completion of this geriatric medicine MSc, you will be able to:

• Provide a comprehensive, systematic and critical appraisal of issues in caring for older people to facilitate the implementation of evidence-based care and best practice.
• Develop skills that aid career progression and leadership potential within a complex and rapidly changing delivery environment.