Certificate in Gerontology Program (HEGIS 5506.20)
The Certificate Program in Gerontology prepares students in five general areas: written communication, cultural awareness, gerontology knowledge, management skills, and service skills. The student completing this program will be equipped with the skills necessary to function effectively in an agency or organization serving the aged or in working directly with older adults.
Certificate: Gerontology (30 credits)
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Term
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Credits
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I. Program Core (18 credits)
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SOC 165 Issues and Perspectives of Aging
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3
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PSY 254 Adult Development and Aging
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3
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HED 120 Health Aspects of Aging
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3
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SOC 125 Death and Dying
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3
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HUS 145 The Aging Service Network
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3
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| SOC 291 Personal Study in Gerontology |
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3
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II. Support Courses (12 credits)
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ENG 101 English Composition I
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3
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PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
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3
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POS 110 State and Local Government or POS 102 American Government
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3
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SOC 109 Sociology of the Family or SOC 110 Contemporary Social Problems
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3
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Total Credits:
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30
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