I will let you know about Diploma in Gerontology conducted by Tata Institute of Social Sciences so that you have idea about it.

Important dates

Last Date for Receipt of Completed Form at the Institute by Post and in Person
April last week, 2017

Personal Interview
May 1st week, 2017

Announcement of Selection on TISS Website
May 2nd week, 2017

Orientation and Commencement of Academic Session 2016–2017
June 2nd week, 2017

Educational Criteria

Diploma in Gerontology

12th pass with minimum two years of work experience or graduate in any discipline and minimum age of 25 years. Priority would be given to those who are working in social work organisations.

All NGO personnel involved with geriatric services in fields such as health, mental health and education; administrators of human service organizations and corporate sector personnel.

The Course will cater to all who intend to branch out or initiate services for the elderly.

The Diploma Programme has an interdisciplinary focus and so it will invite those from medical, legal and financial backgrounds who wish to address issues of elderly and to audit specific subjects in particular.

Consideration will be given to candidates in the age group 55+.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE
Last Date for Submission of Application by Post or in Person is April 2nd week, 2016, and the Interviews will be held between April 3rd week, 2017.

The Interview Dates will be intimated to the eligible candidates through call letters.

Courses Structure
Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Perspective
Health and Well-being I
Health and Well-being II
Policies, Programmes and Management of Services for Older Adults
Developmental and Therapeutic Interventions with Family and Older Adults
Collective Action, Advocacy and Networking
Older Adults with Special Needs
Ageing and Media
PIDP: Personal and Interpersonal Development of the Practitioner
Field Practicum and Direct Field workshop on PTM, Creative Arts and Direct Field Work
7 Basic Courses; 2 Credited Seminar Courses


Address:-
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400088

Phone:-
022 2552 5000