Ageing Health & Wellbeing in Intellectual Disability (M.Sc.)

Postgraduate Certificate (P.Grad.Cert.):

• Modules (Online):
  • Health and Well-Being for Older Adults with Intellectual Disability in Contemporary Society 🧓🧩
  • Principles and Perspectives of Service Delivery for Older Adults with Intellectual Disability 🏥🧠
  • Complex Care Realities for the Older Person with an Intellectual Disability ⚕️🧓

Postgraduate Diploma (P.Grad.Dip.):

• Progression: After completing the Certificate modules, students can opt to advance to the Diploma program ✨
• Additional Modules:
  • Theory & Practice of Enquiry Methods for Healthcare 🔬📊
  • Leadership, Quality Improvement and Governance 📈🔍
  • Optional Modules:
    • Advanced Knowledge Translation Practicum in Ageing and Intellectual Disability (Clinical Placement) 🏥🧑‍⚕️
    • Current Ageing Issues in Intellectual Disability Research (IDS-TILDA Placement) 📚🔍

Master of Science (M.Sc.):

• Full-Time: Complete all modules within one year 📅📚
• Part-Time: If choosing the Clinical Practice module, the course must be taken over two years 🕒🗓️
• Dissertation: Required to complete the M.Sc. degree 📝🎓

Progression:

• Diploma to Masters: Students awarded the Postgraduate Diploma can progress to the M.Sc. within five years of starting the program 🎓🔄

This course provides in-depth knowledge and practical experience in the care and service delivery for older adults with intellectual disabilities, preparing graduates for advanced roles in this specialized field.