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Geriatrics Faculty Scholars Program

This interdisciplinary faculty development program in geriatrics is designed to increase geriatrics knowledge and clinical care skills. Scholars gain greater comfort and competence in teaching health professions students and residents about geriatrics and in providing health care services to older patients.

Program Curriculum:

• Covers areas of clinical competence with an emphasis on teaching in both clinical and classroom settings

• Includes monthly four-hour sessions and three weekend retreats

• Scholars work with a mentor to develop, implement, and evaluate a geriatrics teaching program in their own discipline. Scholars may also develop age-related research or training proposals to be submitted for funding

• A total of 160 hours over one year is required to complete the program

Program Highlights:

• Interactive teaching sessions feature dynamic faculty presenters and essential geriatrics content

• Provides opportunities to develop professional contacts from multiple campuses and disciplines

• Builds skills in curriculum development, educational research, and program evaluation

• Continuing education credit available for multiple disciplines