The article analyzes the results of a sociological survey of students (n=1720; sampling error – 2.17%) studying at the regional medical college (Ekaterinburg), conducted in the spring of 2024 in order to measure the level of psychological readiness to work with elderly and senile patients. 70% of respondents demonstrate an optimal or high level; however, there are no significant differences depending on the gender of the respondents. There are positive dynamics of changes depending on the course of study, which indicates that the college performs socializing functions related to the training of mid-level specialists. Differences in the levels of psychological readiness were noted when comparing the results of students studying in the specialties “General Medicine” and “Nursing” (over 70% demonstrated an optimal and high level) and in the specialties “Laboratory Diagnostics” (60%) and “Pharmacy” (55%).