Geriatric Psychiatry – Psychiatry & Geriatrics
The Geriatric Psychiatry Certificate Program at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSS AHER), conducted in association with the Global Healthcare Academy (GHA), is a 3-month program designed to meet the growing need for specialized mental healthcare in older adults. JSS AHER, accredited with NAAC A++ and QS-ranked globally, is recognized for its innovation in mental health training. The collaboration with GHA enriches the program with global perspectives on geriatric mental health.
Offline
3 Months
Applicants must hold a recognized postgraduate qualification in Psychiatry or General Medicine such as MD Psychiatry, MD General Medicine, DNB, or an equivalent degree, and should have completed a residency program.
About courses
- Develop expertise in diagnosing geriatric psychiatric disorders
- Gain skills in pharmacological and psychosocial interventions
- Engage in research addressing mental health in older adults
- Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration in geriatric psychiatry
- Clinical training in psychiatry and geriatric care units
- Interactive seminars and case-based discussions
- Participation in multidisciplinary care planning
- Exposure to psychometric assessments and interventions
- Diagnose and manage psychiatric conditions in elderly patients
- Apply integrated treatment approaches for improved outcomes
- Contribute to geriatric psychiatry research and awareness
- Advocate for better mental healthcare for older adults
Course Faculty
Dr. Kishor M
Head of the Department
Senior psychiatrist with expertise in mental health diagnostics and therapy.
Dr. Shivanand M
Psychiatrist experienced in adult mental health and clinical psychiatry.
Dr. Shilpa Avarebeel
Geriatric specialist focused on cognitive health and elderly care.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
01 What are the most common geriatric psychiatric conditions covered in training?
Dementia, depression, anxiety, and late-life psychosis are key areas of focus.
02 Does the program include exposure to dementia care units or memory clinics?
Yes, fellows receive hands-on training in dementia and memory clinics.
03 How is caregiver support and counseling integrated into the curriculum?
Caregiver counseling and support strategies are part of clinical practice.
04 Will participants learn to manage psychiatric comorbidities with chronic physical illnesses?
Yes, special emphasis is placed on managing psychiatric illness in medically complex elderly patients.
05 Is training provided in psychogeriatric pharmacology and drug interaction management?
Yes, safe prescribing and interaction management are taught in detail.
06 How are non-pharmacological interventions like CBT for older adults addressed?
Participants are trained in both pharmacological and psychosocial therapies.
07 Does the program cover community outreach and home-based psychiatric care?
Yes, outreach and community-based care are included as part of geriatric psychiatry training.
08 Are ethical issues in geriatric psychiatry, such as capacity and consent, discussed?
Yes, ethical and legal aspects are integrated into the curriculum.
09 Can fellows engage in interdisciplinary research with neurology and geriatrics departments?
Yes, collaborative research opportunities are available.
10 How will this certificate prepare participants to advocate for better elderly mental healthcare?
Graduates are equipped with clinical, research, and advocacy skills to promote elderly mental health services.