Case Management
Health and social care systems are becoming increasingly complex. Demographic change, chronic illnesses, migration and new forms of care are presenting professionals with ever-greater challenges. The Case Management Academic Program equips you with the knowledge and methods to professionally support people in complex life situations and to coordinate support services in a targeted manner.
You’ll develop the skills to analyze individual needs, plan tailored support services and connect various stakeholders in the health and social services sectors. In doing so, you’ll combine academic foundations with practical methods and qualify for responsible roles in counseling, coordinating and providing care for people in various life situations.
Coordinate care. Empower people.
Expand your skills in Case Management and play a professional role in shaping individualized support and care processes in the health and social services sectors.
Study Content and Areas of Focus
Why Case Management?
People facing complex life situations often need support from various institutions and professional groups. Case Management ensures that these services are coordinated and that the needs of those affected remain the focus.
This Academic Program is designed for professionals in the fields of health, nursing, social services and counseling who provide professional support to individuals, coordinate care processes, and wish to specifically expand their case management skills.
You'll focus on these key areas
Fundamentals of Case Management
Learn about the fundamentals, phases and methods of case management and develop a solid understanding of professional counseling and coordination processes.
Providing Professional Support
Deepen your knowledge of different target groups and life situations. You’ll explore legal frameworks, support services and options for needs-based care.
Developing and Coordinating Networks
Learn to coordinate services from various organizations, build care networks and successfully facilitate collaboration among different stakeholders.
Combining Theory and Practice
Practical reflection, working group meetings and hands-on professional training will enable you to immediately apply what you’ve learned to your daily work and further develop your professional skills.
You can take on these tasks after completing the course
Case managers coordinate support services, advise people facing complex life situations and ensure that services from various agencies are optimally coordinated.
Counseling & Care
Help people organize individual support and care services and coordinate services from different providers.
Health & Social Services
Take on coordinating roles in hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, nursing and care facilities, and counseling centers.
Networks & Process Development
Further develop care structures, design collaboration processes between organizations and support facilities in optimizing their operations.
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Level of qualification
Academic Program
ECTS credits
60
Tuition fees
€ 1,850 / Semester
ÖH (Austrian Student Union) fee
€ 26.20 / Semester
Study Format
Work-Friendly
Qualification awarded
Academic Case Manager
Duration of study
3 Semesters
Language of instruction
German
CU Campus
Feldkirchen
Applications are accepted at any time.
Upon request - the course content is currently being refined.
1st semester: Weekend sessions approximately twice a month (Fri 12:45 p.m.-8:45 p.m. and Sat 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.).
2nd semester: Weekend sessions approximately once a month.
The introductory session and the “Reflection” course take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:30-7:45 p.m.
A part-time Academic Program featuring in-person sessions, self-organized study group meetings and a 40-hour practical training component in the third semester.
To be admitted to the Academic Program, you must meet one of the following requirements:
a relevant college degree or vocational qualification, for example in
- Health and Nursing
- Social Work
- Education
- Social Services
- Life and Social Counseling
as well as at least one year of professional experience
or
- a relevant qualification, as well as a position of responsibility in the fields of health, social services, or labor market policy, and at least two years of professional and practical experience
Not sure if your educational background meets the admission requirements? We’d be happy to advise you personally - please contact Daniela Pluch by email.
For your application, we need:
- Application form
- Resume with photo
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of admission requirements (transcripts or diplomas)
- Birth certificate
- Proof of citizenship
- Marriage certificate (if name has changed)
FAQ
Frequently asked Questions about the Academic Program Case Management
Who is this program intended for?
The program is designed for professionals in the fields of health, nursing, social services and counseling who wish to expand their skills in case management.
What requirements do I need to meet?
You must have a relevant vocational degree and at least one year of professional experience. Alternatively, you may be eligible for admission if you have a relevant qualification, have held a position of responsibility and have at least two years of professional and practical experience.
Wie lange dauert der Lehrgang und kann ich ihn berufsbegleitend absolvieren?
Der Lehrgang dauert drei Semester, umfasst 60 ECTS Credits und ist berufsbegleitend organisiert. Der Unterricht findet überwiegend in Wochenendblöcken statt. Im dritten Semester ist eine 40-stündige fachpraktische Ausbildung vorgesehen.
Feldkirchen Campus
Virtual Campus Tour
Contact
Mag.a (FH) Daniela Pluch
Manager of Educational Programs
+43 5 90500 4312
d.pluch(at)cuas.at
On foot
From the Feldkirchen bus station, you can reach the campus in about 5 minutes on foot. Take 10th October Street toward the city center until you reach Schillerplatz. From there, continue along Kirchgasse and Ossiacher Street to Hauptplatz. The campus is located at the lower end of Hauptplatz.
By public transportation
If you’re coming to Feldkirchen by train or bus, the campus is about a 10-minute walk (600 m) from the Feldkirchen train station and about a 5-minute walk (400 m) from the Feldkirchen bus station.
By car
Coming from Klagenfurt, take the Feldkirchen bypass to the third traffic light, then turn left onto Ossiacher See Süduferstraße. Follow the road for about 1 km, then turn left before the railroad overpass toward the city center onto Ossiacher Straße.
Coming from Villach, turn right at the first traffic light onto Ossiacher See Süduferstraße. Follow the road for about 1 km, then turn left before the railroad overpass toward the city center onto Ossiacher Straße.
After about 200 m, you’ll find a free parking lot on the left. The campus is located at the lower end of the main square. There are several short-term parking spots directly in front of the building.
By Plane
There are several airports in the area to choose from:
- Klagenfurt: about a 30-minute drive
- Ljubljana (Slovenia): approx. 1 hour 15 minutes by car
- Graz: about 1 hour and 45 minutes by car
- Salzburg: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by car
- Trieste and Venice (Italy): approx. 2 to 3 hours’ drive
- Vienna: approx. 3 hours 45 minutes by car
- Munich: approx. 4 hours travel time
The onward journey to the Feldkirchen campus can then be made by train, bus, taxi, or car.