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Tuition / yr

$3,500

Duration

2 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

Associate Degree

Next intake

Fall 2026-2027

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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 Fall 2026-2027. 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. 1

    Apply

    Apply by Nov 30, 2026, free, about 5 minutes

  2. 2

    Offer letter

    Decision timing is set by the university

  3. 3

    Confirm & deposit

    Accept your offer and reserve your seat

  4. 4

    Visa support

    We guide your student visa, usually 4–8 weeks

  5. 5

    Arrival & enrollment

    Starts Fall 2026-2027, 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

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 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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