Specialist Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology)-SDGR1
About This Course
The course is catered to registered nurses meeting the specific minimum entry requirements. Attending trainees are able to provide specialised nursing care to older adults.
The Specialist Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology)-SDGR1 course will be offered part-time in 2 Post-diploma Certificates (PDCs) over 9 months (39 weeks), with lessons held once a week (6 hours/week) and clinical placement held once a week (8 hours/week) in selected weeks. Below are the PDCs under this course:
1. Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Gerontology Nursing (150 hours)
2. Post-Diploma Certificate in Practice of Gerontology Nursing (140 hours)
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
The admission requirements are:
For Non Work-Study Programme Participants
• A registered nurse with a Diploma in Nursing from a local Polytechnic, ITE, or other IHLs or an equivalent qualification.
• Registered with the Singapore Nursing Board.
• At least 2 years' post-registration experience with a minimum of 1 year in the discipline of study.
• Supported by his/her employer
Refer to course website for details - https://stms.polite.edu.sg/.