VCU College of Health Professions Program
There is a critical shortage of health care professionals trained in geriatrics to care for older adults. Federal funding to the VGEC is intended to expand not only the numbers of health care professionals directly trained in interdisciplinary geriatrics, but also the numbers of colleagues and students whom these Scholars subsequently train.
| The Program. CIRCAA is a practical, case-based, interprofessional learning experience. The curriculum enhances the ability of clinicians and educators to help patients, learners, care providers, and interprofessional teams to care for people aging with complex medical conditions. CE credits will be offered. |
| Requirements.This program includes three-hour monthly seminars (September - June), one-hour monthly Capstone Chats, two retreats, independent study, an interprofessional practicum, and a Capstone Project. Scholars must attend at least 70% of the meetings.Program cost is $250. |
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