Course Information
- 1 Mar 2025 (Sat)
Course Overview
This is a programme designed and offered in collaboration with the Jockey Club “age at home” Gerontech Education and Rental Service Centre under the care of Hong Kong Red Cross. The programme is designed to delve deep into the realm of gerontechnology, aiming to enhance the health and well-being of the ageing population in Hong Kong by providing training in gerontechnology applications and smart ageing-in-place strategies, leveraging the expertise of the Jockey Club "age at home" Gerontech Education and Rental Service Centre.
What You’ll Learn
Programme Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this programme, graduates will have acquired the ability to:
(1) Integrate technology with biological and psychological factors for health monitoring and caregiving solutions, incorporating an understanding of elderly acceptance of and feedback on gerontechnology to ensure solutions are effectively embraced;
(2) Screen and operate various technology tools in caring, health monitoring, and rehabilitation aspect;
(3) Demonstrate discretion, creativity, and ethical responsibility in searching for and integrating adaptable gerontechnology;
(4) Guide caregivers in adopting gerontechnology tools effectively and analyze gerontechnology market trends to keep up with evolving developments and needs.
Programme Structure and Modules
This programme consists of 3 modules with 90 contact hours.
Module 1 (30 hours)
Gerontechnology for Caring
Module 2 (30 hours)
Technology Applications for Health Monitoring
Module 3 (30 hours)
Market for Gerontechnology
Programme Commencement
Available Soon
Class Schedule
To be confirmed
Application Fee and Tuition Fee
Application Fee: HK$150
Tuition Fee: HK$18,000
Admission Requirements
1. have Level 2 in five subjects in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination including Chinese Language and English Language, or equivalent; or
2. have passed in one A Level or two AS Level plus five passes in HKCEE including Level 2 / Grade E in Chinese Language and English Language, or equivalent; or
3. be aged 21 or above
Normal and Maximum Study Period
Normal Study Period: about 12 months
Maximum Study Period: to be awarded the certificate, students must complete the programme within 36 months
Assessment Methods
Final exam, Assignment, Case studies, Class participation, Presentation and Project
Award of Certificate
a) Have an attendance rate of 70% or above in each module; and
b) Have passed the assessment of each module.
Students must complete the programme within the maximum study period (3 years).