Gerontology Certificate
Study the multidisciplinary field of health and disease in later life.
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Ashland University offers a 15 hour online certificate program (non-degree) in the area of gerontology. Students in our program will have the opportunity to take courses in a multidisciplinary field that includes sociology, psychology, social work, family and consumer sciences and nursing. What You Will Love About the Gerontology Program: |
Reach Your Career Goals:Students who finish their certificate in gerontology have the ability to choose from a wide variety of careers that may include:
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Interesting Classes You May TakeStudents will select five of the following courses to fulfill the 15 hour certificate requirement:
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What students have to say... "I feel that I have a greater respect for working with older adults and I understand them better (after taking this class.) I feel now that I may want to work with older adults." "It made me more aware of what older adults actually go through and feel. (The course) takes you more in depth about how to work with them (older adults.) I came into this class not having any interest at all (in working with older adults). Now I can actually see myself doing this!" |
Academic Department Info
Academic Department:Nursing Department
Complete Your BSN online at Ashland You can earn your BSN and still maintain your schedule and commitments at work and home. Ashland’s nursing program offers all the...read moreMeet our Faculty...Gerontology Facts
- Between 2010 and 2030, the population over age 65 will increase by 73%
- In 2000, the number of people age 65 and over was nearly 35 million
- By 2020, this number is expected to be 55 million
- By 2040, the number is estimated to grow to 80 million
- Growth in this segment is attributed to longer life expectancy and the aging of the “baby boom” generation
- The oldest old (age 85 and over) is one of the fastest growing segments of the population
Contact the Nursing Department
nursing@ashland.edu
800-882-1548, ext. 5244