Contemporary Approaches to Care of the Older Person

Who Should Apply?

This programme is suitable for Registered Nurses.

Course Content



Anatomical and physiological changes associated with the ageing process;

Health and functional ability of the older person;

The deteriorating health in the older person;

Skills required to conduct a physical health assessment of the older person

Clinical decision making

Applicants must be a registered Nurse with NMBI or equivalent



Applicants must be currently employed in a health care setting



All applicants will normally hold a relevant Level 8 qualification (or equivalent). Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification may apply for entry to the programme in accordance with the procedures outlined in the DkIT Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.

1 Semester



The programme is delivered with a combination of live online lectures and face to face workshops in DkIT

Next Intake Jan 2026 (subject to demand)