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College Diploma - Recreation Management in Gerontology (C152)

George Brown Polytechnic

Waterfront — Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
CAD 17,265
Application Fee
CAD 110
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Recreation Management in Gerontology is a unique diploma program that will teach students the specialized skills required to work with older adults. Over the course of two years, students will learn how to design therapeutic programs for older adults that consider the physical, mental and spiritual perspectives of the aging process. Students will start by developing strong communication skills – both from a management and interpersonal perspective. This work requires the ability to work with people across different life stages so effective communication skills are essential to the job. Students will go on to develop coordinator skills that will prepare them to manage physical, financial and human resources. Students will also study the science and theory behind aging. This in-depth look at the biological changes of aging includes an understanding of diseases often related to aging like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hands-on learning is a major component of this program. To help students gain confidence as they learn to create specialized therapeutic programs, they will get lots of practice both on-site at George Brown College's 21,000+ square foot Simulation Centre facility and off-site with one of the College's field placement partners. Students will also learn proper documentation and Resident Assessment Instrument – Minimum Data Set (RAI-MDS) training. This academically challenging program will equip students with the skills required to provide therapeutic recreation in a variety of settings that include long-term care facilities, retirement homes, community based service agencies and adult day programs. Those who are energetic, organized, creative and enjoy working with older adults should consider this profession.
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Credential
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
CAD 17,265
Application fee
CAD 110
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Waterfront

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

51 Dockside Drive

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
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About the Institution

George Brown Polytechnic opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students. In addition to programs in construction, early childhood education, dental services and the culinary arts – subjects they continue to teach – George Brown once offered programs that might not be quite as relevant today, like sign writing or watchmaking. Believe it or not, they even prepared students for careers at sea through a marine engineering program. Since then, the student population has grown to over 30,000. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country and the world to...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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