Gerontology Certificate

The Methodist College Gerontology Certificate is a 14-credit hour program designed for students working towards any of the college's baccalaureate degrees. Through earning the certificate, students will be prepared to provide services appropriate for an increasing population of aging clients. Students will develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes conducive to the promotion of optimal wellness of geriatric clients. The certificate program is comprised of approximately 14 credit hours of courses and can be completed in approximately two semesters.

Gerontology Certificate Curriculum

Four courses are required for the certificate:

Required or Elective	Course Number	Course Name	Credit Hours
Required	GER300	Biophysical Aspects of Aging: Health Promotion and Wellness in Older Clients	4
One Elective in Psychosocial Gerontology	GER 310	Social Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Approach	3
	PSY 303	Death and Dying	3
	PSY 302	Adult Development and Aging	3
One Elective in Clinical Gerontology	GER 320	Aging and Mental Health	3
	PSY 301	Abnormal Psychology	3
Required	GER 350	Independent Project/Practicum in Gerontology	4

Nursing Students:
GER 310 and GER320 count as upper level General Education courses and GER 350 fulfills the 1 credit Special Topics requirement for BSN.

Health Science Students:
Two GER credits can be applied as Special Topics credits.

Social Work Students:
A maximum of six GER credits can be applied as upper General Education electives.

Gerontology Embedded Program Application (for Methodist College students enrolled in any of the college bachelor's degree programs)

For more information, please contact the Office of Admissions at 309-672-5513.