Course Details

Gerontology Minor

15 credits

Gerontology is the study of the biological, psychological, and social dimensions of aging. In addition to examining biopsychosocial changes as people age, gerontologists examine the political, economic, and social implications of aging in society. The interdisciplinary minor in Gerontology gives students the opportunity to understand the aging process and develop an understanding of policies, programs, and social needs in an aging society.

Requirements

Credits
Complete one of the following: 3
PS 2010 Introduction to General Psychology
SW 2200 Introduction to Social Work
Complete one of the following: 3
PS 2050 Life-Span Developmental Psychology
SW 2500 Human Biology for Social Workers and the Social Sciences
Complete one of the following: 3
PE 3590 Inclusive Physical Activity Programs (DICO) (WRCO)
PE 3650 Physical Activity and Aging (WECO)
Complete one of the following: 3
PS 3560 Adulthood and Aging
SW 3050 Perspectives on Aging (WECO)
Complete one of the following: 3
HE 3220 Applied Nutrition for Healthy Living (TECO)
SW 3500 Health and Society (GACO) (WECO)

Note: Psychology majors and Social Work majors can take no more than three credits in their discipline for this minor.

*All course information is from the 2012-2013 Catalog.