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Overview
What you will study
This Elder Law course offered by York University goes beyond the traditional approach to the subject matter and explores the aging process to better understand the circumstances of older adults. There is emphasis on skills-based learning, with in-class lectures being supplemented with group exercises, role play simulations, case studies and peer interactions. In the third module, you will participate in breakout sessions, requiring live attendance.
You will gain practical skills, enjoy a forum for the understanding of fundamental issues and network with professionals and colleagues also working with elder clients.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- The impact of COVID-19 on elder law today and in the future
- The role of advocacy: tips for being an effective advocate for older adults
- The aging process and recognizing and combating ageism
- Tackling the misuse of powers of attorney
- The role of the Public Guardian and Trustee
- Privacy rights in long term care, retirement and community settings
- Tackling elder investment fraud and financial exploitation
- The latest on capacity, substitute decision making and health care consent
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- Dates coming soon.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
GerontologyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Lawyers in private practice, practicing in the areas of elder law, health law, wills & estates, family law, and estate litigation
- In-house counsel
- Government lawyers
- Physicians and nurses
- Long Term care home personnel, including: Owners/operators, presidents/CEOs, managers, administrators
- Risk managers in hospital
- Social workers
- Allied health professionals
Tuition Fee
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International
2995 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2995 CAD for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
2995 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2995 CAD for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for Toronto
1502 - 2563 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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