An agreement was signed between the University of Malta and the Older Persons Standards Authority in order to strengthen the level of collaboration in the gerontology and geriatrics sectors.
This agreement aims to strengthen collaboration between these two entities through the exchange of information, knowledge and research, especially in the field of services for the elderly. The agreement also provides opportunities for the authority’s employees to join the Higher Diploma in Gerontology and Geriatrics course. Similarly, the University will share academic publications linked to the field of gerontology to promote better practices and develop higher standards in elderly care.
A statement from the Education Ministry quoted Minister Clifton Grima speaking about the importance of research, leading to the acquisition of more information and awareness on the elderly sector.
Parliamentary Secretary, Malcolm Paul Agius Galea emphasised the importance of such collaborations to strengthen the standard of elderly care in Malta.
The University’s Rector, Alfred Vella, said that such agreements strengthen collaboration between academic entities and government authorities to improve the standard of education and services in Malta.
