Kerala University of Health Sciences to Introduce Care Science Certificate
The Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) will introduce a six-month certificate programme in Care Science. The programme aims to improve the quality of care provided to the elderly, children, and the general public.
Programme Details
According to a recent announcement, the university Senate has unanimously approved an emergency resolution to conduct this new certificate programme. The programme will provide structured, science-based training in geriatric care, childcare, and general caregiving.
Objectives
The primary goals of the programme are to equip unemployed individuals with practical skills for employment in the caregiving sector and to expand the number of trained caregivers available. The university intends to promote safer, more systematic, and higher quality care within households and the wider community.
University Activities
During the ninth meeting of the second Senate, held on Saturday, university authorities addressed queries raised by Senate members. These included discussions on anti-drug initiatives, academic matters, hostel facilities, and examination procedures. Various other operational issues were also discussed.
Next Steps
Currently, no specific dates or application processes for the programme have been announced. The university will provide further details regarding enrollment procedures and curriculum specifics in the near future.
Source: The Hindu. Featured image credit: The Hindu.
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