The Gerontology specialisation of the Bsc in Social Work programme designed to qualify students for careers beyond the limitations of the Generalist Social Work degree.
The new programme is suitable for students who plan to work with older persons, or who want to become researchers in fields related to aging. A fast growing field of careers emerging in private organizations, hospitals, residential facilities, outpatient clinics, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies will provide the Gerontology degree graduate with ready careers including:-
Geriatric social workers
Community health workers
Gerontology nurse/caregiver.
Mental health educator
Case Manager.
Mental Health Research Analyst
Requirements
High school diploma, GED, or Certificate of Equivalency / Proficiency (with minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5 from high school)
Passes in 5 GCE O Level passes at A, B or C including Mathematics and English or International Baccalaureate (IB) or other international qualification deemed equivalent (subject to UCC approval)
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