Certificate of Professional Learning in Retirement Community Management
Description
"With Canada's senior population on the rise, demand has grown for skilled business professionals to supervise, manage and operate retirement communities.
Developed in collaboration with the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA), the Retirement Community Management program gives you the skills to advance in this rapidly growing industry. The program focuses on the various departments of retirement communities, such as healthy aging, facilities management, marketing, finance and people management; and highlights how each of these areas is key to creating a successful operation.
Our flexible and convenient online program will equip you with the latest skills you need to open new doors into this industry and get ahead in this rewarding and growing field.
Program features
- Earn a Certificate of Professional Learning upon completion of three core courses
- This program is also offered as a concentration in the Business Administration Diploma
- Convenient online learning platform
- Learn from experienced instructors and connect with professionals across various disciplines
- Courses teach practical skills and apply real-world examples
You’ll learn to:
- Outline the importance of senior living facilities and retirement community residences
- Explain governmental laws and policies associated with the operations of a retirement community residence
- Assess appropriate plans and strategies for facility management related to the design, safety, and environmental requirements
- Identify the psychological, physiological, social, and spiritual needs of seniors
- Analyze health and wellness plans including nutrition, fitness, and overall wellness
- Develop and assess management strategies specific to the operations of retirement communities including staffing, finance, sales, and quality improvement
Career opportunities
Career opportunities in this lucrative industry include:
- Community directors
- Operations mangers
- Marketing and sales professionals
- Recreation managers
- Human resource professionals
- Personal support workers
- Culinary and Food service workers
- Dietary aides
- Housekeepers
- Receptionists
- Maintenance professionals
Who should take this program?
- Professionals in any industry looking to advance their skills, knowledge, and experience in retirement community management
- Individuals seeking to pursue a new career in the retirement management industry
- New Canadians starting a new career or academic program
- This program can compliment an individual who has a background in business, hospitality/tourism, retirement communities or human resources
Admission Requirements:
"This program is open enrolment. There is no application required. To enroll in a course or the program, simply register online. Students should register at least three weeks before classes begin. Courses can be taken as part of the program or individually.
To be admitted to the Retirement Community Management program, students must:
- Be a mature student as defined in the Undergraduate Calendar of McMaster University, or be deemed an exceptional case by Continuing Education
- Be comfortable using word processing software, spreadsheets, and web browsing tools
- Follow University guidelines for English Language Proficiency requirements: Completion of TOEFL exam with a minimum acceptable score of IBT: 86 overall with a minimum score of 20 on each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening), valid for 2 years"
Courses (complete all 3)
- RCM 101 Healthy Aging: Health, Wellness and Nutrition
- RCM 102 Residential Site Operations
- RCM 103 Retirement Community Management
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Overview
- Institution: McMaster University
- Program type: Certificate of Achievement
- Language: English
- Program Code: RCOMGTCOPL
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.