The Aging Studies Minor consists of 18 hours with 9 hours from the Aging Studies Core and 9 hours of electives. 

Aging Studies Core:

• GERO/SOCI 350 – Sociology of Aging
• GERO 352 – Adult Development and Aging
• GERO 495 – Practicum in Gerontology (summer internship)

Electives:

• BIOL 448 – Biology of Aging
• COMM 460 – Health Communication
• CSD/GERO 479 – Programs & Services for Older adults
• FAM 443 – Death and Bereavement
• FAM 454 – Aging and the Family
• GERO 437 – Ministry with Older Adults
• KINE 475 – Physical Activity, Disease, and Aging
• NURS 320 – Evidence-Based Gerontologic Nursing
• SOCI 415 – Social Research (if project in aging)
• SOCW/GERO 441 – Social Welfare Policy and Services

Contact Your Academic Advisor today!

To declare a minor in Aging Studies today, simply contact your academic advisor. They will help you schedule the courses you need to take.