1. Lakehead University Orillia
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  4. HBSW with a Major Concentration in Gerontology

HBSW with a Major Concentration in Gerontology

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Lakehead University Orillia

Program Overview

By the year 2041, it is projected that over 25% of Canada's population will be over the age of 65. As the world's populations age, so does the demand for professionals with knowledge in this field. Gerontology at Lakehead University is very multidisciplinary as seniors require assistance and advocacy on a range of topics from financial issues to sexuality.

Program Key Stats

$24885 (Annual cost)



82 %

Eligibility Criteria

2.5
28
70

1100
7
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Academic secondary school program or equivalent, Program specific prerequisite courses; International Credential Advantage Package ICAP from World Education Services;Equivalent of a minimum 70% overall final average, English Language Requirement:Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or CAEL CE-Minimum Score: 60, Cambridge Academic English C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency-Minimum Score: 176, IELTS-Minimum Score: 6.5 no individual score less than 6.0, Michigan English Language Assessment Battery Minimum Score: 85, PTE Academic-Minimum Score: 58 no component score less than 50, TOEFL-Internet Based Test iBT: 80 no component score less than 19, Minimum Score for Computer Based Test cBT: 213 no component score less than 17, Minimum Score for Paper Based Test pBT when Speaking is present: 550 no component score less than 50

Career Options

  • Therapeutic Recreationist
  • In-Home Support Worker
  • Community Recreation Programmer
  • Intake Coordinator
  • Retirement Home Manager
  • Seniors Health Promoter

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