Gerontology

Gerontology Certificate

The Gerontology Certificate uses a multidisciplinary approach by drawing required coursework from the sociology and psychology curriculum, electives from multiple disciplines, and an internship or practicum from the major, when possible, to prepare the student to support the diverse needs of older people. 

Courses

The student must complete the following four courses (12 credits):

• HMSV B303/ PSYC B303/ SOCY B303 – Principles of Gerontology (3) 
• SOCY B313 – Sociology of Aging (3)
• PSYC B328 – Psychology of Aging (3)
• HMSV B403/ PSYC B403/ SOCY B403 – Working with Older Adults (3)
   

Internship

The student must complete a semester-long internship focused on aging and later life, approved by the gerontology certificate coordinator, preferably as part of the internship or practicum included within their major. Options include (3 credits): 

• HMSV B290 - Human Services Internship I (3) HMSV B298 – Human Services Internship II (3)
• HMSV B490 – Human Services Internship III & Capstone (3)
• HMSV B492 – Human Services Internship IV
• IDST B250 – Interdisciplinary Studies Internship (3)
• NURS B326C – Clinical Care of Adults with Acute & Chronic Conditions (3)
• NURS B425C – Clinical Care of High Acuity Adults & Elders (3)
• PSYC B495 – Internship in Psychology (3)
• PUBH B480 – Internship in Public Health (3)
• SOCY B495 – Internship in Sociology (3)
   

Total Certificate Credit Hours: 15

Getting Started

To begin earning a Gerontology certificate, contact program coordinator Dr. Summer Roberts and complete the .

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