Applied Gerontology, Master of Arts

Distance learning program @ APOLLON University of Health Care Management 

The distance learning program "Applied Gerontology" at APOLLON University of Health Care Management leads to a Master of Arts degree and comprises 120 ECTS. The course provides an introduction to gerontology as well as topics such as healthy aging, healthcare systems, management, and ethics in care facilities. With elective courses on prevention, technology in old age, and migration, the course offers a broad knowledge-based education for professionals in the field of applied gerontology.

At a Glance

University APOLLON University of Health Care Management, UAS based in Bremen
Field of Study Health SciencesNursing Science
Degree Master of Arts (M.A.)
Duration 4 Semesters
ECTS 120 Credit Points
Language of Instruction German
Course contents Introduction to Studies and Gerontology, Healthy Aging, Communication and Leadership, Legal Issues in Gerontology, Psychology and Gerontopsychology, Knowledge Management, Aging Workforces, Social Policy, Aging Societies, Ethics in Care Facilities, Supply Chain Management and E-Health, Case Management and Counseling, Management Project for the Care of the Elderly, Master's Exam
Location online
ZFU Approval The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Applied Gerontology under the number 170217c.
Enrollment Anytime
Fees
from 311 € monthly
from 8760 € total
More Info https://www.apollon-hochschule.de/

Admission requirements

  • In order to participate in the course "Applied Gerontology", students must have successfully completed either a bachelor's degree in Nursing Management or a preparatory course titled "Practical Knowledge of the Health Care Industry"

Details

The distance learning program "Applied Gerontology" at APOLLON University of Health Care Management comprises a total of 120 ECTS and leads to the degree of Master of Arts.

The course starts with an introduction to studying and gerontology. Topics covered include Healthy Aging and Healthcare Systems, Economics and Law, Psychology and Gerontopsychology, Strategic Management in Companies, Social Policy and Aging Societies, Organizational Culture and Ethics in Care Facilities, Care Management and E-Health. Additionally, the course includes a management project for the care of the elderly.

Participants have various elective courses to choose from, such as Prevention and Mental Health in old age, Sports and Traveling in old age, Aging and Technology, Housing in old age, Urban Development, Migration and Global Aging.

The distance learning program spans 24 months and requires a weekly commitment of 30 hours. Graduates acquire extensive knowledge in applied gerontology and are qualified for roles in this field.

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