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Apr 24, 2024
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2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Gerontology (M.S.)
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The online Master of Science in Gerontology prepares graduates to become practitioners, advocates, leaders, and changemakers in the field of aging. Innovative courses taught by a diverse faculty engage students in a variety of topics such as health and well-being, advocacy, emerging critical issues, and community-based interventions. This flexible and customizable curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students seeking professional preparation for career development or advancement in their field.
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Requirements
The program requires 30 credit hours of coursework. Students will choose one of the following plans:
- A) Gerontology (12) + Electives (15) + Culminating Experience (3)
- B) Gerontology (12) + Long-Term Care Administration (6) + Electives (9) + Culminating Experience (3)
Most students who successfully complete the Long-Term Care Administration track will be eligible to sit for their specific state’s administrator licensing exam.
Core Courses (12 credit hours)
Long-Term Care Administration (6 credit hours)
Electives (9-15 credit hours)
Students may choose from any of the following courses and/or choose electives outside of this list based upon their professional goals. Electives outside of this list must be approved by the student’s master’s committee.
Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
Total Minimum Hours Required for Graduation: 30
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