The Certificate & Minor Programs
A total of 24 credits are needed for the gerontology certificate, and 18 for a minor in gerontology.
Certificate candidates take required courses such as Introduction to Gerontology, Biology of Aging, Mental Health and Aging, Aging, Health and Community Support, the senior seminar, a gerontology practicum, and two gerontology electives. The practicum provides students with the opportunity to work in a variety of health and human service agencies and develop positive attitudes toward aging.
Required courses for the minor include Introduction to Gerontology, Senior Gerontology Seminar, and four electives chosen from within the gerontology field.
All courses are interdisciplinary in nature and are offered in collaboration with various colleges and departments across the campus.
Required Courses for Gerontology Certificate and Minor
- GRT 201 Intro to Gerontology*
- GRT 430 Senior Seminar*
- BIO 216 Biology of Aging RT 421 Practicum
- GRT 300 Aging, Health, and Community Support
- PSY 490 Psychology of Aging
or
GRT 309 Mental Health and Aging
* indicates requirement for Minor
Approved Electives for Gerontology Certificate and Minor
- BIO 216 Biology of Aging
- ECO 366 Economics of Aging
- GRT 312 Gerontological Nutrition**
For specific course descriptions, click here to consult the UMass Dartmouth General Catalog.
Last Updated On: 1/11/06
