CAS Ageing in Today's Society
In this part-time professional development certificate programme, you will acquire critical and reflective skills that you can apply conceptually in intergenerational educational work against the backdrop of an ageing society.
Particular emphasis is placed on fostering respectful attitudes towards older people, as well as working and learning adults. This includes, for example, examining the structures and functions of the social and healthcare sectors, which play a decisive role in shaping the framework for the opportunities (and assessment) associated with ageing and lifelong learning, particularly in the post-working life phase.
Currently suspended
We do not currently have any dates available for this CAS.
- Application deadline
- -
- Duration of study
- one term
- Scope
- 15 CP
- Qualification
- CAS
- Start of studies
- -
Target audience
The CAS is aimed at those who support (older) learners, both individually and in groups, and wish to expand their skills to include geragogical aspects.
It is aimed at professionals who work full-time or on a voluntary basis in adult education, social counselling, in-company further training, the social and healthcare sectors, or in intergenerational management.
Career prospects
Upon completion of the certificate programme, you will be qualified for
- roles in educational, counselling and social services organisations
- roles in adult education, for example in social planning, in-company training or educational administration
Entry requirements
The entry requirements for the certificate programme are
- a first degree or evidence that the necessary aptitude has been acquired in some other way
- at least one year’s professional experience in the education sector, as a rule
Application
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Bewerbungsformular für das CAS "Altern in der heutigen Gesellschaft"
- File type/size
- .pdf / 180 KB
- Language
- German
Please send your application and the required documents by email to the Centre for Academic Continuing Education.
Legal basis
Organisational consultancy
Organisation
Karlsruhe University of Education
Building
2
Room
A023
Phone
Learning outcomes and skills
By the end of the certificate programme, you will be able to:
- apply in-depth theoretical knowledge of key issues, discourses and perspectives relating to age diversity and lifelong learning.
- critically evaluate methods and concepts with regard to their applicability in generationally inclusive educational practice.
- involve older people in their educational processes in a way that values their contributions, for example with regard to the design and commissioning of organisations in the health and social care sectors.
Course structure and dates
The certificate programme (15 CP) is undertaken on a part-time basis, concludes with an oral examination and lasts one semester. It comprises three face-to-face sessions, supplemented by digital modules and self-study periods. All face-to-face sessions take place at weekends – on Fridays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
| Module | CP | Date |
|---|---|---|
| A Gerontosociology: Social theory of ageing, changing perceptions of old age, cultural attitudes towards ageing, economic policy perspectives, sociological and psychological life course research, concepts for the participation and integration of (all) older people, older people as an active part of civil society, work and labour market participation. | 5 | 18–19 December 2026 |
| B Social and healthcare institutions for older people: structures, stakeholders and responsibilities of social and healthcare services for older people; social and health policy perspectives | 5 | 20–21 November 2026 |
| C Lifelong learning: historical development of the concept and socio-political background, research approaches and conceptual development, critical reflection on ideology | 5 | 24 October 2026 22 January 2027 |
Programme Director
Organisation
Karlsruhe University of Education
Building
2
Room
B208
Phone
Availability
By arrangement
Advice on content
Organisation
Karlsruhe University of Education
Building
2
Room
B304
Phone
Availability
By arrangement via email
Fees
The total fee is 1,300 euros. This includes the following services:
- Face-to-face seminars and e-learning modules,
- advice and support from the lecturers throughout all stages of the course,
- use of the university’s information and communication platform, and
- a recognised certificate (Certificate of Advanced Studies) upon successful completion of the programme.
Legal basis for fees
Leaflet
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Flyer zum CAS "Altern in der heutigen Gesellschaft"
- File type/size
- .pdf / 1,001 KB
- Language
- German
Any questions?
Our Centre for Academic Continuing Education is here to advise you on all matters relating to admission, the organisation of your studies, funding and the recognition of prior learning.
Centre of Continuing Education
Organisation
Karlsruhe University of Education
Building
2
Room
A023
Phone
Updated on 22 October 2026 by Central Web Editorial Office