Graduate Certificate In Retirement Communities Management
1 Year Full Time
CourseImg Humanities & Social Science CAD 16802
Min. Qualification :
Bachelor Degree
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Scholarship
Specializations
  • Business Management
Fees Details
Year Name Fees Total
1st Semester Tution Fee CAD 8422 8422.0
2nd Semester Tution Fee CAD 8380 8380.0
Required Documents
  • Notarised Passport copy (Front & Back)
  • 10th Marklist
  • 12th Marklist/Equivalent
  • Degree Individual Marklists
  • Degree Consolidated Marklist
  • Degree Certificate/Provisional Certificate
  • Proof of IELTS Score
Admission
Starting Date Application Deadline Status
Eligibility

Admission To A Post Graduate Certificate Program (1 year)
• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 55% or higher and university transcripts, with 6 or fewer retakes for a 3 year bachelor, and 8 or fewer retakes for a 4+ year bachelor. There can be no more than 3 retakes for any one subject.
• Diploma or Provisional Certificate for proof of graduation
• English Proficiency requirements are as follows for consideration:
1. Academic IELTS with an overall minimum score of 6.5 (with no single test score below 6.0)

Admission Process

1. Application along with supporting documents will be processed on TEN Agent portal.
2. Application fee of $95 will be charged from the student and it will be paid by credit card only 
3. Student will receive the admission offer either conditional or unconditional on his TEN Agent portal.After accepting the offer Fee invoice will be generated on student account.
4.After getting the fee invoice student can pay the fee and fee receipt can be found on TEN Portal  (Ten Agents).

Syllabus

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Level: 01

Code Course name and Description Hours
HOS0031

Recreation/Lifestyle and Hospitality Management

The planning and execution of recreation and lifestyle and hospitality is a cornerstone of building a sense of home for residents in retirement communities. Students develop and expand the role and function of activity personnel and the key models available to them when engaging activities for residents. Students also review the role of the foodservice manager and discuss the challenges of meeting dietary and nutrition standards for seniors, with emphasis on health and resident well-being. Through various activities, students discuss the challenges and successes administrators have when overseeing recreation and hospitality services.

42.0
MGT0104

Retirement Community Management

A comprehensive view of the fundamental organization of retirement communities in Canada is vital for successful management. Participants examine the different responsibilities involved in the leading and planning of resources and management practices within the scope of current legislation. Students engage in developing and applying operational knowledge of retirement communities.

42.0
MGT0105

Financial and Business Management

In order to make strategic business decisions professionals must have an understanding of management finance and accounting principles. Students examine key accounting principles and terms and analyze financial statements. Through learning activities, such as case studies and assignments, students discover and explain how financial information is used in forecasting, budgeting, management and the measurement of business operations.

42.0
MGT0109

Human, Resources Management

Human capital is a critical organizational resource that contributes to goal attainment, strategy, execution, financial results and sustainability of the organization. Students explore and analyze human resources planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance assessment, compensation and benefits, and employee and labour relations. In addition, the concepts of occupational health and safety and international human resources management are also examined.

42.0
MKT0014

Sales and Marketing for Retirement Communities

The development and implementation of effective sales and marketing is critical for retirement communities. Students acquire an understanding of the skills and strategies needed for success in marketing and sales. Students attention is also directed to key factors in leasing agreements and care home information packages. Through online discussion and activities, students identify and explain the potential impact of various strategies to attract and retain new clients.

56.0

 

Level: 02

Code Course name and Description Hours
ENL0075

Communication and Customer Services

Maintaining exceptional resident and staff relations and communication is critical to the success of retirement communities. Students focus on the cognitive, physiological and social changes affecting the process of normal aging tendencies. As well, students apply principles of communications including customer service methodologies practiced in the industry that foster and maintain excellent resident and staff relations. Through reflection, discussion and key assignments, students provide options and solutions to common issues that administrators encounter in retirement communities.

42.0
ENV0020

Environmental Services

Environmental services including housekeeping, laundry and maintenance require effective management practices for the successful operation. Students explore and collect industry-related best practices and facility management principles and procedures that ensure building cleanliness, safety, infection control, preventative maintenance, fire safety and occupational health. Students develop an awareness of the key factors utilized to establish and maintain building environmental systems while controlling and reducing operating costs. Preventative maintenance programs are analyzed including safe working policies and procedures.

56.0
FLD0005

Field Placement-Retirement Community Management

Experiential learning is the foundation to professional and personal development. Workplace experience and experiential training provide students opportunities to broaden their professional competencies through reflection and application with a seasoned professional in retirement community operations. Students work in communities for a defined period of time and learn collaboratively with a mentorship coach. This experience enables students to explore opportunities for growth and to capitalize on workplace experience as it pertains to personal growth and leadership development.

98.0
HOS0034

Resident Care Best Practices

Developing plans for resident care is critical to ensure resident satisfaction and to promote quality of life in retirement communities. Students examine resident-centered care and the healthcare system and discuss the importance of operational management, medication administration, abuse prevention, infection control, health and nutrition, resident safety and risk management. Students are provided opportunities to apply key concepts in the delivery and models used for effective care and the challenge of cultural diversity in these communities. An examination of current nursing standards and legislation as it applies to nursing is conducted.

42.0
LAW0036

Retirement Communities Legislation and Regulatory Bodies

A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the legislative requirements for retirement for communities is vital for successful management. Topics include safety, nutrition, health, and wellness, privacy, abuse and neglect and related subjects. Students analyze the policies, and survey regulatory bodies that regulate retirement community operations in the municipal, provincial, national and international context. Through online discussion and case studies, students review, identify and explain the impact of current laws and regulations, such as the Retirement Home Act of Ontario, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Pay Equity Act and Privacy Acts.

56.0
MGT0106

Entrepreneurship

Today's business environment necessitates an elevated focus towards entrepreneurial spirit. Emphasis is on skills to assist in developing a heightened awareness of opportunities. Students study a broad category of topics including business analysis and strategies. Focus is on market analysis and opportunities, risk assessment, venture capital prospects and new product and/or service development. Through project-based assignments and case studies, students examine the development and presentation of business plans.

42.0

 

Description

Support the aging population; become a leader in this fast-growing industry.

The Retirement Communities Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides the specialized skills and knowledge to help you meet the demand for skilled managers in the retirement communities field.

Learn from seasoned industry professionals. The program aligns curriculum with Ontario`s Retirement Homes Act, 2010 and prepares you for entry into this expanding field, or advancement within retirement communities.

Discover the organizational structures and day-to-day operations within the industry, including:

  • human resources
  • recruitment
  • fiscal management
  • resident care
  • food service operations
  • marketing
  • recreation activities
  • legislation and regulatory bodies

Apply management skills related to all of these areas through activities, case studies and industry work. Plan, implement and execute fiscal and operational strategies, to optimize organizational efficiency. Focus also includes knowledge of resident care best practices.

A three-week field placement in the industry expands your real-world experience. During this time, you make valuable industry contacts.

Graduates may find positions in administration and/or sales and marketing in retirement communities, long-term care facilities and hospitals.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well suited for students who:

  • Are motivated to lead.
  • Possess a compassionate and gentle approach.
  • Are customer-service oriented.
  • Possess strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
  • Have strong problem solving skills.
  • Adapt well to change.
  • Are interested in life-long learning.

Visa

For visa process, refer to this link:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
The VISA Application should be submitted online with Documents mentioned below.

Study Permit – Checklist of Documents.

  1. All Academic Documents
    1. 10th  Marksheet
    2. 12th Marksheet
    3. Passing Certificate
    4. Admit Card (12thClass)
    5. Bachelors Marksheets
    6. Degree Certificate
    7. Backlog Certificate
  2. IELTS/PTE
  3. E- Medical – Information or tracking sheet (After Medical Doctor will give you this document).
  4. Passport / Old Passport (if any)
  5. 2 Photographs with white background. (35mm X 45mm) (80% face should be visible)
  6. Aadhar Card
  7. Income tax returns of Parents (Only in case of Non-SDS Applicants).

Note:  All documents front and back sheet, (1 Photocopy set (clear) and notarized)

  1.  Copy of birth certificate, if you are under 18 years of age
  2.  Job Documents, if you are employed or proof of past employment, if any

(Experience Letter, Appointment Letter, Bank account Salary Statement (last 3 months), Pay Slips (last 3 months), Job Relieving Letter if resigned (From each employer)

Any document in a language other than English must be accompanied by notary attested English translation.

For GIC: 10200 CAD (Funds must be transferred to Canada from student’s bank account in India)

Embassy Fee:  235 CAD (150 CAD VISA Fee + 85 CAD Biometric Fee)

 

Graduate Certificate In Retirement Communities Management
  • Ottawa, Canada
  • ESTD 1967
  • Public
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