Yunus Emre Vocational School | Department of Health Care Services | Program in Geriatric Care

The programme aims to train qualified geriatric care technicians who can assess the care needs of older people using a holistic approach, adhere to ethical principles, are equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills, and are capable of taking on effective roles in the fields of health and social care following graduation.

In this context, the Programme Learning Outcomes are set out below:

PEA -1: The aim is for graduates to be employed as healthcare technicians capable of providing effective, high-quality and professional care services in elderly care settings such as care homes, hospitals, rehabilitation centres and home care services.

PEA - 2: The aim is to train individuals who act in accordance with ethical principles in their professional practice, respect the rights of older people, and carry out their duties with a sense of responsibility throughout the care process.

PEA - 3: The aim is for graduates to be able to establish effective and positive communication with older people, their families and the healthcare team.

PEA-4: The aim is to train graduates who keep abreast of current developments in the field of elderly care, are able to respond to changing needs, and continue their professional development through a commitment to lifelong learning.