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Graduate Certificate in Retirement Communities Management Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada

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CAD 18852

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 95

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

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.
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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2025, Jan 2026, Sep 2024, Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88.0  Minimum Listening - 22.0  Minimum Reading - 22.0  Minimum Writing - 22.0  Minimum Speaking - 22.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 53
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 120.0  Minimum Literacy - 120.0  Minimum Comprehension - 105.0  Minimum Conversation - 105.0  Minimum Production - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent in one of the preferred subject areas;

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  • A minimum of three (3) years relevant management/work experience: Applicants will be assessed individually and will be required to complete an Eligibility Package. Eligibility Package submission details can be found on the Algonquin College Additional Admission Requirements website: www.algonquincollege.com/admissionspackages.

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

18852

Tuition Fee
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CAD 95

Application Fee
(CAD)

20600 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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