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B.S. in Human Services/Gerontology
The Bachelor of Science in Human Services program's courses are designed to prepare graduates to work with the change process of aging and address how the aging population impacts social policy and program delivery.† All with the goal of making a difference in the life of those unable to help themselves, students are taught to assess clients' needs, develop their talents, identify community resources, and problem solve and advocate for their client. Choose a degree emphasis area in gerontology, human services administration, or child and family welfare.The program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of helping professions. Focus on the physical, mental, and psychosocial development of humans during the aging process. This emphasis area supports students with an interest in working directly with the growing aging population and as advocates for seniors in our society. †Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Capella‘s online degree specialization in Gerontology offers a comprehensive examination of the impact of aging on individuals, families, and communities. The curriculum covers such topics as the psychological, biological, and epidemiological social changes caused by the aging process; care and services that promote productive aging; cultural and social attitudes toward the aging; multigenerational relationships; and the impact of an aging demographic on public policy. Individuals with degree specializations in gerontology can attain careers in many fields. People who choose this specialization may wish to pursue careers in management, education, or research with nonprofit organizations, public agencies, or health care facilities that work with an aging population. The number of people ages 65 and older is expected to double in the next few decades, creating a demand for health and human service professionals with gerontology skills.
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Undergraduate Certificate in Health Issues for the Aging Adult
UMUC's Undergraduate Health Issues for the Aging Adult Certificate integrates gerontological knowledge and skills from the fields of health and biology, psychology, sociology, and policy and services and provides the opportunity to apply these skills to work with older adults. The certificate is designed for students who seek the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively work with older adults in a variety of roles. Coursework may help students seeking a bachelor's degree in a variety of areas to integrate gerontology knowledge with their major area of academic study or prepare students who are vocationally oriented and not seeking a higher education degree to improve work skills. Students work with professionals to apply knowledge acquired through coursework to practical experience with aging individuals or aging issues in different settings that address the needs of older adults through a practicum or cooperative education experience (e.g., retirement communities, assisted living centers, senior centers, nursing homes, hospitals, companies producing products and services for seniors or area agencies on aging).
The Frank J. Manning Certificate in Gerontology is designed for individuals currently working in or new to the field of Gerontology. It provides students with an understanding of the aging network and aging process through field placements, research, direct service and legislative advocacy for the elderly. The courses in the Manning Certificate are fully integrated with the core curriculum of the UMass Boston College of Public & Community's Service's undergraduate program in Gerontology. Both programs are designed to help those interested in the field of Gerontology augment their current knowledge and skills and to pursue a rewarding career built around issues of aging and public service. Some highlights include: Focus on direct care, social and public policy, research, and advocacy, the option of applying this 18-credit, four-course certificate program to the Bachelor's degree program in Gerontology and first - rate faculty.
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Chapman's gerontology certificate provides a comprehensive view of healthcare policies that affect the elderly. You will gain a thorough understanding of the management and administrative aspects in long-term care facilities and those organizations that promote geriatric health and independent living. The program is designed for healthcare professionals with an interest in managing and delivering healthcare services to elderly populations. Certificate credits may be applicable toward the Master of Health Administration.