What are the language requirements for this program?

Students are usually required to have proficiency in Turkish, as the program is taught in Turkish.

Is there a practical component in the curriculum?

Yes, the program includes practical training to equip students with hands-on experience in elderly care.

Where is Istanbul Kent University located?

Istanbul Kent University is situated in Istanbul, Turkey, a vibrant city rich in culture and history.

How long is the Elderly Care program?

It runs 2 yr, taught in Turkish.

How much does it cost to study here?

Tuition is $1,300 per year after the SIT deal (down from $3,200). SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.

Associate Degree Turkish 2 yr −59% SIT exclusive

Elderly Care

Istanbul Kent University · Istanbul, Türkiye

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Tuition / yr

$1,300

Duration

2 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

Associate Degree

Istanbul Kent UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye

Est. 2016 Private

About Istanbul Kent University

AI snapshot

Elderly Care is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught associate degree program at Istanbul Kent University in Istanbul, Türkiye. Tuition is $1,300 per year after the SIT deal. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

The Associate of Elderly Care program at Istanbul Kent University prepares students to support and care for the elderly population. Students will learn essential skills and knowledge to enhance the quality of life for seniors.

Internationally accredited degree

Internship & co-op opportunities

Turkish-taught with language support

Pathway to work permits after graduation

How applying works

Five simple steps from application to enrollment — we handle the paperwork with you.

1
Apply
Free, about 5 minutes with an advisor
2
Offer letter
Usually within 48 hours
3
Confirm & deposit
Accept your offer and reserve your seat
4
Visa support
We guide your student visa — usually 4–8 weeks
5
Arrival & enrollment
Land, register and start classes

Core curriculum

Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.

01Introduction to Elderly Care

02Health and Nutrition for Seniors

03Psychology of Aging

04Communication Skills in Caregiving

05Ethics in Elderly Care

06Rehabilitation Techniques for Seniors

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Elderly Care Assistant

Gerontology Specialist

Home Health Aide

Social Services Coordinator

Graduate outcomes

Where Health & welfare graduates in Türkiye typically end up (associate graduates).

Employment rate61.3%

National average, all fields: 68.8%

Time to first job

15.5 months

Working in their field

44.5%

Field-level · nationalSource:TÜİK — Higher Education Employment Indicators, 2024

Admission requirements

Completed application form (we fill it with you)
High-school or bachelor transcripts (translated)
Diploma or certificate of completion
Valid passport copy
Turkish proficiency or a preparatory year

Required documents

Prepare these before applying, we double-check everything for you.

Passport copy

Passport-size photo

Academic transcripts

Highest diploma / certificate

Language proficiency proof

Application form

Frequently asked questions

The Associate of Elderly Care program typically takes two years to complete.

Student stories

What students say

“I chose Digital Health Systems because hospitals back home are digitizing fast. Istanbul Kent University's admissions counselor walked me through my apostille and translation steps twice, so my file was accepted without a single correction.”

Aysel MammadovaDigital Health Systems Technician · Azerbaijan

“The clinical sessions in Oral Implantology at Istanbul Kent University gave me real chair time from the second semester. My supervisor reviewed every case with me, and living near Taksim made the whole Istanbul experience easy.”

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