Bachelor of Science in Aging

Program Overview

Arizona State University's Bachelor of Science in Aging prepares students to address the challenges of an aging population. The program equips students with knowledge and skills in healthcare, labor shortages, and long-term care demands. Graduates are prepared for careers in advising organizations, researching service delivery, developing policies, and providing direct services to older populations. The program offers global education programs, internships, and accelerated options for students seeking to fast-track their studies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Bachelor of Science in Aging program at ASU is designed to prepare students to meet the challenges of an aging population.
• The program equips students with the knowledge and skills to develop solutions for issues related to healthcare, labor shortages, and long-term care demands.
• Students explore a range of topics like communication, aging and the life course, and supporting the health of older adults.
• The program culminates in a capstone project or internship, providing students with opportunities to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
• Graduates are prepared to become leaders in various fields and contribute to the well-being of the aging population.

Outline:

• The program curriculum covers a range of topics related to aging, including:
• Communication and Aging
• Aging and the Life Course
• Supporting the Health of Older Adults
• Personal Finance
• Transportation
• Increased Demands for Health Care
• Assisted-Living Options

Careers:

• Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields, including:
• Advising organizations on serving older adults
• Researching service delivery modalities
• Developing policies for public and private organizations
• Providing direct services to older populations
• The program prepares graduates to work in diverse areas such as:
• Access to primary and specialized health care
• Assisted-living facility management
• Disabilities
• Discrimination
• Elder abuse and family support
• Health, mental health, and end-of-life decisions
• Housing
• Recreational opportunities
• Transportation

Other:

• Students have the opportunity to tailor their experience through global education programs and internships.
• The program offers concurrent and accelerated options for students seeking to fast-track their studies.
• Graduates from Western states may be eligible for a reduced nonresident tuition rate.