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Gerontology (BIS)

Gerontology

Grade Requirements: A grade of “C” or better in courses used toward the minor/emphasis (a grade of “C-” is not acceptable).
Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 17 credit hours.
Program Code: 7006
CIPC: 301101

Course Requirements

Gerontology Courses Required (11 credit hours)

GERT 1010 SS - Introduction to Gerontology Credits: (3)
GERT 3320 - Ethnicity and Older Women in the American Society Credits: (3)
GERT 3500 - Social Welfare & Gerontological Policy Development and Service Credits: (3)
GERT 4860 - Introductory Field Practicum Credits: (2)

Gerontology Electives (6 credit hours)

Select two courses from the following 5 courses

GERT 2220 - Introduction to Social Gerontology Credits: (3)
GERT 3000 - Death and Dying Credits: (3)
GERT 3120 - Aging: Adaptation and Behavior Credits: (3)
GERT 4220 - Societal Responses to Aging Credits: (3)
GERT 4650 - Retirement: Adjustment/Planning Credits: (3)