Post Basic Certificate in Gerontology Nursing
- Key Information
Course Name:
Post Basic Certificate in Gerontology Nursing
University Name:
MAHSA University
Campus:
Saujana Putra
Qualification:
Diploma
Duration:
0.5 years
Intake:
April, September
IELTS:
5.5
Study Mode:
On-campus
Study Type:
Full time study
Program Mode:
Coursework
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 13,000 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Facilities Fee (Yearly) | MYR 1,600 |
| Registration Fee | MYR 800 |
| Visa and Insurance | MYR 3,000 |
+University fees for this course do not include 6% tax (SST)
Campus
Saujana Putra
Qualification
Diploma
المدة
0.5 years
Intake
April, September
IELTS
5.5
Study Mode
On-campus
Study Type
Full time study
Program Mode
Coursework
Course Fee for International Students
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 13,000 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Facilities Fee (Yearly) | MYR 1,600 |
| Registration Fee | MYR 800 |
| Visa and Insurance | MYR 3,000 |
+University fees for this course do not include 6% tax (SST)
Course Overview
The Post-Basic Certificate in Gerontological Nursing offers a specialized pedagogical framework designed to ground nursing professionals in the foundational tenets and transformative methodologies of geriatric science and restorative care. This intensive program facilitates a transition from general nursing to specialized gerontological proficiency by synthesizing rigorous theoretical inquiry with applied biocultural gerontology, ensuring that candidates can navigate the systemic complexities of the aging process within the global healthcare landscape. The curriculum is strategically structured to provide a comprehensive mastery of critical elderly care pillars: Senescence-Related Physiology and Pathophysiology: Cultivating the analytical capacity to differentiate between normal biological aging and the manifestation of age-related pathologies, allowing for precise clinical interventions. Multidimensional Assessment and Strategy: Developing the expertise required to evaluate the mental, physical, and social characteristics of aging individuals to design tailored medical treatments and disease prevention strategies. Pharmacological and Restorative Governance: Establishing a thorough understanding of polypharmacy management and the specific physiological responses of older adults to pharmacological and rehabilitative treatments. Socio-Environmental Advocacy: Mastering the “soft skills” of the gerontological discipline, focusing on the social determinants of health and the ethical frameworks necessary to enhance the quality of life and autonomy of the elderly. By integrating advanced clinical expertise with a focus on global market competitiveness, the program equips candidates with the vocational competencies required to excel as resourceful gerontological specialists. Graduates emerge as prepared practitioners ready for pivotal roles in Aged Care Facilities, Rehabilitation Centers, and Community Health Organizations, possessing the prerequisite academic rigor to lead geriatric nursing teams or pursue further specialization in Dementia Care or Palliative Geriatrics.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
| Year / Semester | Modules & Core Learning Areas |
|---|---|
| Year One: Foundations |
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| Year Two: Specialization |
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| Year Three: Professional Mastery |
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Field of Research
N/A