Where could I work with a Gerontology minor?

  • Hospitals
  • Government agencies (federal, state and local)
  • Senior services
  • Hospice services
  • Community organizing efforts
  • Services to individuals with disabilities

Minor in Gerontology

There are 21 hours required in the Gerontology minor.

  • Required courses (9 hours): SOC/SWK 211; PSY 303; FCS/HSC 394
  • Electives (12 hours) approved by the Gerontology Committee.  Students without direct work or extensive volunteer experience with older persons will be advised to register for approved Professional Practice (SOC 398.01 3-6 hours) as a part of the elective requirement.  Other electives include but are not limited to: SOC 212, 310, 311; COM 331; FCS 305.
For additional questions, please email Shauna Sutton.