Gerontology
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Is this program for me?
City University of Seattle's Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology program is designed for anyone
interested in the issues of aging. You will benefit from this program if you are: (a) A health care
provider, human service provider, case manager, or counselor needing an in-depth understanding of the unique
characteristics and challenges of working with older adults, ...
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What can I do with my certificate?
Upon completion of the program, you will have gained the skills and knowledge necessary to: understand the
biological, social, and psychological issues related to aging; assess the needs of elderly populations; and
work individually or collaboratively with other professionals to analyze and improve existing services/programs
available to elderly adults. You will be qualified to work in the human services field in a variety of care
and service settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, etc. You may also choose to pursue
further studies in human services or gerontology.
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Why CityU?
City University of Seattle's certificate program is one of few undergraduate programs available that focuses
solely on issues of aging. It allows psychology majors to focus on a specific area of interest instead of taking
unrelated electives.
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Five easy steps to get started
If you have an interest in Gerontology and would like to earn a certificate, this program is for you.
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Course Descriptions
| Total credits required for Undergraduate Certificate | 25 Credits | ||
| Undergraduate Certificate In Gerontology | |||
Employment Outlook
"Jobs as social and human services assistants are expected to grow much faster than average, and employment opportunities are excellent for applicants with appropriate postsecondary education. It is also noted that generally a bachelor's degree is not required for entry, but employers increasingly demand work and/or education beyond high school."
–US Department of Labor, August 2006 "Between 2000 and 2030, the percentage of the population in Washington state of adults over age 65 is expected to grow by 136%, making it the fastest-growing population segment in the state."
–US Census Bureau,April 2005
Quotes:
"The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been."
–Madeleine L'Engle "And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."
–Abraham Lincoln