Geriatric Care Management is a relatively new field, and as such one can enter the field in different ways. In general someone interested in this career should hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject such as social work, or hold a nursing license.

Other types of Case Managers and Care Managers are typically registered nurses, and often require two or more years’ experience as a registered nurse before entering the Case or Care Management field. Care Managers and Case Managers can also obtain certification from organizations such as the National Academy of Certified Care Managers and the Commission for Case Management Certification.