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Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Palliative Care - Interprofessional Practice Georgian College - Barrie Campus Georgian College - Barrie Campus, Canada

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CAD 15450

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This program is designed to assist Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) to work as part of an inter-professional healthcare team in geriatric and palliative care settings. Students acquire the knowledge and expertise to enhance an individual’s quality of living and dying as part of an end of life process. To meet the individual needs of the client during this transitional phase of their life, students examine current theories and explore best practices to build skills in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Through a combination of classroom instruction and lab, students focus on the importance of communication, spirituality, ethics, law and culturally responsive nursing care for an aging or end-of-life population. Students will have an opportunity to consolidate their classroom learning with one practicum placement in a variety of settings that may include hospital, community, home care or long term care.

Work-integrated learning

This program includes a clinical placement component where you’ll get clinical experience under the supervision of an experienced registered or licensed professional.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 90 - With no score less than - 22
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 62
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 130.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have an Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent in nursing. 
  • Preference will be given to applications with the following:
    • post-secondary degree in nursing from an accredited nursing education program;
    • current registration with the nursing regulatory body in their home province/state and or country; (i.e. letter, membership card, etc.); 

6.5 IELTS Score
90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
62 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
130 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

15450

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

20600 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

International Entrance Scholarship for Fall 2025 & Winter 2026 

The Georgian College Entrance Scholarship provides financial support to new, eligible international students entering programs at Georgian College. Scholarships vary, with up to $4,000 CAD available for college programs, up to $5,000 CAD for degree programs, and $1,000 CAD for students enrolled in both the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program and an approved Georgian post-secondary program. Awards are applied in the first semester. A limited number of scholarships are available



To be considered, students must submit their application through the IAS portal by the following deadlines:

  • Fall 2025: July 15, 2025 
  • Winter 2026: September 30, 2025 (EXTENDED DEADLINE)

Eligibility

  •  Applicants must be admitted to a Georgian program and they must apply for the international entry scholarship by the respective scholarship intake deadline.
  • Recipients should have an above average GPA (B equivalent or higher) and successfully meet the English Language Proficiency requirements for their program. Other eligibility requirements may apply, based on country of residence.
  • Personal statement of interest, resumé (CV) and other documents provided when applying for admission may be used for evaluation.
  • Applicants must pay their full tuition deposit by the respective scholarship intake deadline.
  •  Successful recipients will be notified via email shortly after their Letter of Acceptance has been issued.
  • Scholarships will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and where scholarships are limited, additional criteria may apply.

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