Is the program taught in English?

The program is taught in Turkish.

What are the career opportunities after graduation?

Graduates can pursue various roles in elderly care, including positions in healthcare facilities and community services.

Where is Bezmialem Vakıf University located?

Bezmialem Vakıf University is located in Istanbul, Turkey.

How long is the Elderly Care program?

It runs 2 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in September.

How much does it cost to study here?

Tuition is $3,500 per year. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.

Associate Degree Turkish 2 yr

Elderly Care

Bezmiâlem Vakıf University · Istanbul, Türkiye

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Tuition / yr

$3,500

Duration

2 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

Associate Degree

Next intake

September

Bezmiâlem Vakıf UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye

Est. 2010 Private

About Bezmiâlem Vakıf University

AI snapshot

Elderly Care is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught associate degree program at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University in Istanbul, Türkiye. Tuition is $3,500 per year, with the next intake in September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

The Associate of Elderly Care program at Bezmialem Vakıf University equips students with essential skills to support and care for the elderly population. This program focuses on practical training and theoretical knowledge to prepare graduates for a rewarding career in elderly care.

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
Starts September — we help you settle in

Core curriculum

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

01Introduction to Elderly Care

02Geriatric Health Management

03Psychological Aspects of Aging

04Nutrition for the Elderly

05Social Services for Seniors

06Communication Skills in Caregiving

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Geriatric Care Assistant

Elderly Care Coordinator

Health Services Manager

Social Worker for Seniors

Home Health Aide

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 lasts for two years.

Student stories

What students say

“The physiotherapy labs at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University surprised me, we started supervised patient practice in the university hospital during second year. My clinical instructor corrects my technique one-on-one, which is exactly why I chose this program.”

Aisha AbdullahiPhysiotherapy and Rehabilitation · Nigeria

“I was nervous about the visa steps, but my counselor prepared every document with me before my appointment in Rabat. Now I study Health Management in Istanbul, and the process felt easier than I expected.”

Karim El AmraniHealth Management · Morocco

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