Gerontology, Certificate

(Code 460-601)

The gerontology certificate prepares students to examine the psychological, social, and health aspects associated with aging.  The coursework within this program will enhance students' understanding of how to effectively work with older adults in various settings such as hospitals, senior centers, or long-term care facilities.  

Required Course
SW 315Aging and the Aged3
Select nine credits from the following:
BIOL 196
Human Nutrition
ECON 280
Health Economics
HCAD 201
Overview of the U.S. Health Care System
HCAD 222
Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Aging
NRSG 211
Wellness: Food for Fitness
NRSG 212
Navigating Health Care
NRSG 213
Body, Mind, Spirit Wellness
PHIL 306
Ethics of Health Care
PSYC 230
Human Development
PSYC 333
Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
RELS 315
Psychology of Religion
SOC 316
Sociology of Family
SOC 264
Social Gerontology
SW 360
Death and Bereavement
SLHS 410
Communication Changes and Disorders of the Older Adult
Other courses as approved by the student’s advisor or the department chair.

NOTE: This certificate is open only to majors within the College of Health and Human Sciences.

NOTE: A grade of C or better must be earned in all classes used to fulfill certificate requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be expected to meet the following learning outcomes: 

  • Examine the psychological, social, and health aspects associated with aging.
  • Enhance their understanding of how to effectively work with older adults in various settings such as hospitals, senior centers, or long-term care facilities.
  • Improve the care and quality of life for older adults.