Geriatrics is the field of medicine that focuses on the prevention and treatment of conditions that occur in later life, and other diseases and disabilities associated with aging. Physicians who practice geriatrics are Geriatricians, and are board certified as physicians and additionally specialized in Geriatrics. Physicians must take additional training courses in order to obtain proper certification. Nurses and nurses assistants may also choose to specialize in geriatrics.

Geriatric Certification Requirements

Physicians must be board certified in family practice or internal medicine prior to attaining certification in Geriatrics. After completion of an accredited geriatrician training program, physicians receive a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ). Nurses and other healthcare professionals are eligible to take courses to become certified in geriatric care. Training and certification programs focus on a wide array of procedures, and prepare physicians to treat aging and elderly population. Physicians must also have at least two to four years working in Geriatric care to receive certification. Many certified geriatricians work in hospitals, and other work in community geriatric centers.

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Geriatric Training and Education

Geriatrics training and education is developed and monitored by the American Geriatrics Society. After completing required residency in either internal medicine or family practice, licensed physicians are eligible to begin Geriatrician training. The training takes two to four years. The first section focuses on course work specific to geriatric medicine and psychology such as Parkinson�s, Alzheimer�s, persistent pain, anemia, and many others. The final portion of geriatrics training focuses on hands-on geriatric patient care. Search HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com for available courses in your area.

Geriatric Prerequisites

In order to become certified as a Geriatrician, it is required to attend an accredited medical school and complete mandatory internship or residency. Medical schools require undergraduate training in a science related field, as well as successful completion of the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). Admissions are extremely competitive so it is important to properly prepare with a solid educational background. Various schools and colleges offer flexible course schedules that range from day, night and weekend classes and training sessions to set you up for medical school admission. HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com offers free, no obligation assistance as you are searching for courses to meet your Geriatrics prerequisites. Beginning your search is as simple as using the search feature above.

Geriatric Continuing Education

All physicians are required to take continued education courses to maintain licensure. The American Geriatrics Society also offers many continued education courses. Continued education courses are encouraged for a better understanding of the aging process and the challenges it presents for physicians. Search HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com to find continued education courses for Geriatrics.