Aging Specialist Certificate – 18 Credits
The Aging Specialist Certificate is designed for both people currently working with older adults and undergraduate students majoring in other areas (social work, nursing, communication disorders, psychology, sociology, etc.) who are interested in an in-depth study of aging. The 18 credit program includes the following courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
GTY 100 Introduction to Gerontology | 3 crs. |
GTY 300 Aging Policies and Services | 3 crs. |
GTY 315 Practicum in Gerontology | 3 crs. |
Gerontology Electives (3 courses from those below) | 9 crs. |
Biology of Aging; Adult Development and Aging; Research Methods in Gerontology; Aging and the Family; Alternatives in Long-Term Care; Dying, Death and Bereavement; Diversity in Aging; Wellness and Aging; Ethical Issues in Aging; and Seminar in Gerontology.