GERO 499 - Gerontology Field Experience

(3 units) CO14

Supervised experience in a professional setting serving older adults to enable practical application of gerontological theory and/or knowledge regarding public health and aging.

Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; Gerontology Certificate program or Gerontology Minor program.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Internship/Practicum: 3
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify issues older persons experience in various professional settings.
2. apply academic learning and theoretical knowledge in a professional setting to solve practical real-world problems.
3. design and implement programs and/or support community development with and on behalf of the aging population.
4. evaluate various gerontological and/or public health theories in relationship to key areas.
5. distinguish factors related to aging outcomes, both intrinsic and contextual, through critical thinking and field experience.
6. articulate the three core components of a service learning experience (knowledge, action, and reflection) and will practice these three components throughout the field experience.

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