Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood, B.A.S./B.S.

Program Overview

The Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood program provides a multidisciplinary foundation in gerontology, preparing students to address the needs of older adults through core knowledge, service-learning, and practicum experiences. Graduates will gain competence in accessing and evaluating sources, applying knowledge from multiple perspectives, and adhering to professional standards in the field of aging.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood, B.A.S./B.S.
• Mission: To provide students with a multidisciplinary foundation of core knowledge and skills in aging and older adulthood drawn from the fields of gerontology, psychology, social work, health, political science, communications, and business.
• Objectives:
• Gain competence in accessing, evaluating, and integrating sources of knowledge within the field.
• Develop and refine essential skills through service-learning and practicum experiences.
• Apply knowledge and skills in a manner consistent with an understanding of professional standards and practice.
• Learning Outcomes:
• Identify the needs of older adults and assess different approaches to address those needs.
• Explain the cognitive, physical, and social changes associated with older adulthood.
• Apply perspectives from two or more disciplines to understand the needs of older adults.

Teaching:

• Faculty:
• Professor: Margaret Manoogian
• Associate professor: Melissa Cannon
• Dual appointed professor: Tamina Toray