The Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Gerontology prepares students for the public health challenges of an aging population and the provision of competent care for older patients in medical settings, and to provide community resources and support to older adults and their family caregivers facing the end of life. This program will broaden the range of trained professionals in the senior care workforce across non-profit, tribal, and public sectors, as well as introduce students to the concept of specializing in geriatric medicine and/or a research career in gerontology. This OEC can be counted as elective credits toward the Bachelor of Human Services program, or other degree programs with permission.
Admission Requirements
Graduation Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY A150 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| HS A305 | Public Health for an Aging Society | 3 |
| Complete 6 credits from the following: 1 | 6 | |
| Nutrition Through the Life Cycle | ||
| Death, Dying, and End-of-Life Care | ||
| Fitness for Life | ||
| Death and Dying | ||
| Total | 12 | |
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Courses from any discipline, including selected topics courses, that address age, aging, or gerontology can be applied via the petition process.
A minimum of 12 credits is required for the degree.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
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Identify the main behavioral, social, and environmental factors that influence age-related outcomes of the aging population and the individual older adult.
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Critique and analyze assumptions, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination related to age (ageism) at both personal and public levels.
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Describe current strategies for disease prevention, including the key components of person-centered care and end-of-life care models, to generate contextually accurate recommendations for health promotion of older adults.