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Oct 14, 2024
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University General Course Catalog 2023-2024 ARCHIVED CATALOG: LINKS AND CONTENT ARE OUT OF DATE. CHECK WITH YOUR ADVISOR.
Gerontology, Certificate
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Students select the gerontology certificate program to acquire a deeper understanding of the field of aging; providing a foundation for professional development in many careers. The gerontology certificate program offers an interdisciplinary curriculum, and provides a broad base of knowledge as it is applied to the aging process. The program covers the biological, communicative, physiological, psychological, social, and health aspects of aging and includes a minimum of 135 hours of service learning experience with older adults.
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I. Program Requirements (24 units)
To complete the gerontology certificate, students must complete 18 credits of required core courses and 6 credits of electives. A core component of this program is a minimum of 135 hours of service learning.
NOTE: Students who are only enrolled in this program (not degree-seeking) are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid.
A. Required Courses (18 units)
B. Elective Courses (6 units)
NOTE: Any course listed above that was not taken as a “core” course may be used as an elective.
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